Semiconductor Equipment Maintenance Technician

Process Specialties, Inc.; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Process Specialties, Livermore, CA, seeks a Semiconductor Equipment Maintenance Technician for on-site duties. The role focuses on routine and corrective maintenance of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, including inspections, repairs, and adjustments to keep tools within specifications.

You will diagnose issues, perform troubleshooting, and conduct preventive maintenance per established schedules while supporting installation, startup, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in equipment maintenance and preventive maintenance for complex industrial or semiconductor tools.
• Experience with equipment installation, setup, and calibration in a manufacturing or technical environment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting, fault isolation, and root cause analysis of mechanical and electronic systems.
• Fundamental understanding of electricity, including safe work practices around electrical systems and components.
• Relevant technical training or degree (e.g., electronics, mechatronics, industrial maintenance, or similar) preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and equipment documentation.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.
• Willingness to work in a cleanroom or controlled manufacturing environment and occasionally support off-shift or weekend work as needed.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and corrective maintenance on semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose equipment issues, conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Complete preventive maintenance activities according to schedules and procedures.
• Support equipment installation and startup, follow safety and cleanroom protocols.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed and parts used.
• Collaborate with engineers, operators, and vendors to minimize downtime and improve equipment performance.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Technical documentation

Electrical fundamentals

Education

Electronics/Mechatronics diploma

Tools

Electrical schematics reading

Calibration equipment

Job description

Company Description

Process Specialties is a technology-focused company supporting semiconductor manufacturing operations with specialized equipment and technical services. The organization is committed to reliable, high-quality maintenance and installation support that helps customers maintain production efficiency and equipment uptime. Team members work closely with advanced semiconductor tools and processes in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment. Process Specialties values safety, precision, and continuous improvement, offering opportunities to learn and grow in a highly technical field.

Role Description

The Semiconductor Equipment Maintenance Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Livermore, CA. This role is responsible for performing routine and corrective maintenance on semiconductor manufacturing equipment, including inspections, repairs, and adjustments to keep tools operating within specified parameters. Daily tasks include diagnosing equipment issues, conducting troubleshooting and root cause analysis, and completing preventive maintenance activities according to established schedules and procedures. The technician will support equipment installation and startup, follow safety and cleanroom protocols, and maintain accurate documentation of work performed and parts used. Collaboration with engineers, operators, and vendors to minimize downtime and improve equipment performance is a key part of this position.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in equipment maintenance and preventive maintenance for complex industrial or semiconductor tools.
• Experience with equipment installation, setup, and calibration in a manufacturing or technical environment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting, fault isolation, and root cause analysis of mechanical and electronic systems.
• Fundamental understanding of electricity, including safe work practices around electrical systems and components.
• Relevant technical training or degree (e.g., electronics, mechatronics, industrial maintenance, or similar) preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and equipment documentation.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.
• Willingness to work in a cleanroom or controlled manufacturing environment and occasionally support off-shift or weekend work as needed.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and customers.