Preventative Maintenance Technician - Loadport

WGNSTAR; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

WGNSTAR is hiring a maintenance technician in Hillsboro, Oregon, to support semiconductor equipment and processes. The role involves visual inspections, preventive maintenance, calibration, and ensuring cleanliness and safety on the floor.

You will work a compressed night shift (6 BN, 7:30pm–8am) with competitive pay and full benefits. The ideal candidate has at least 6 months on semiconductor toolsets, strong mechanical skills, ability to read schematics, and good teamwork to coordinate with

Qualifications

• 6 months minimum on any semiconductor toolset.
• Ability to interpret schematics, diagrams and manuals.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on tool assembly.
• Knowledge of etching, deposition, and lithography processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Good communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual inspections and respond to equipment error messages.
• Follow SOPs to perform preventive maintenance, calibrate alignment systems.
• Maintain air and nitrogen systems; purge cycles for compliance.
• Monitor robotic transfers between process tools.
• Document maintenance activities and system checks.
• Update inventory of cages and related equipment.
• Perform area safety and cleanliness walks.

Skills

Schematics interpretation

Mechanical aptitude

Semiconductor processes

Problem solving

Communication & teamwork

Job description

WGNSTAR is a dynamic and growing company with a global footprint. Primarily focused on the semiconductor industry, we provide a platform for you to expand your career with knowledge gained on the job training, and tailored development. We know we need talented people like you that hold similar values, which is why we do not put limits on learning, development, industry, and personal growth. Start your path to a WGNSTAR career today!

Schedule

Compressed Work Week (Shift 6 (BN) 7:30pm-8am)

Pay Rate

$20- $23 DOE

Location

Hillsboro, OR

Position Type

Full Time

Benefits

This position is eligible for WGNSTAR’s full benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). Additional benefits are listed at the end of this posting.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct visual inspections, respond to equipment error messages per customer direction.
• Follow SOP’s to perform preventive maintenance: clean sensors and interface surfaces, replace worn components, and calibrate alignment systems.
• Maintain air and nitrogen systems: check filtration units, purge nitrogen lines, and validate purge cycles for compliance.
• Monitor robotic transfers between process tools to ensure smooth operation.
• Document all maintenance activities and system checks in for compliance.
• Update inventory of shark cages, utility cages, etc.
• Perform area safety and cleanliness walks.

Requirements

• Required Min 6 months on any semiconductor toolset.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical schematics, diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands‑on experience in disassembly and assembly of semiconductor tools.
• Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing processes and equipment, including etching, deposition, and lithography systems.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate and coordinate with cross‑functional teams.

Preferences

May be required to walk up to 5+miles per day, able to be on feet for 8-10 hrs at a time, ability tobend, twist, push/pull, crouch, kneel in confined spaces, work at heights, on a ladder, and lift up to 50 pounds. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Effort/Activities

May be required to walk up to 5+miles per day, able to be on feet for 8-10 hrs at a time, able to bend, twist, push/pull, crouch, kneel in confined spaces, work at heights, on a ladder, and lift up to 50-75 pounds. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Additional Benefits

• Paid Vacation
• Select Holidays
• Overtime Opportunities
• On-site Facilities & Career Development Opportunities

The people who thrive most at WGNSTAR are those individuals who perform well in a team environment, enjoy interacting and engaging with several different stakeholders, and adapt quickly to changing environments, while leveraging their skills, quality, and knowledge to drive themselves and their teams towards continuous improvement and success.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Visa sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, O-1, etc). Additionally, WGNSTAR does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program for this role.

Equal opportunities and Social Governance

WGNSTAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

WGNSTAR places an immense emphasis on equal employment, encourages diversity in the workplace, and applies an open-door policy for inclusion of all employees. Our diversity program encourages people from any gender, background, ethnicity, culture, education, and experience to join the company and more importantly build a career through employee development.

Through our Global wellness programs, WGNSTAR ensures our employees and families have access to a full range of wellness services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). In the communities that surround our business operations, we support individual and group sponsorships for local sports and those that are vulnerable in society.