Semiconductor Equipment Maintenance Technician-Vacuum

Lumentum Operations LLC; Greensboro (NC); Sur place; USD 33 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Lumentum Operations LLC is seeking a Semiconductor Maintenance Vacuum Technician in Greensboro, NC. You will install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and optimize vacuum systems used in semiconductor manufacturing to ensure high uptime and product quality.

The role requires analyzing equipment performance, reading schematics, and adhering to safety and cleanroom protocols. A 12-hour compressed work week is offered to support production needs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics or Mechanical Technology or equivalent.
• Experience maintaining vacuum systems or semiconductor equipment is preferred.
• Ability to read schematics and technical manuals; strong troubleshooting skills.

Responsabilités

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on vacuum systems and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and vacuum-related failures.
• Operate within cleanroom and safety protocols; document activities in CMMS.
• Support installations, upgrades, and tool startups; participate in continuous improvement.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Technical aptitude

Mechanical skills

Communication

Safety mindset

Prioritization

Formation

Associate degree or technical certification

Outils

CMMS

Vacuum equipment knowledge

Description du poste

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

A Semiconductor Maintenance Vacuum Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and optimization of vacuum systems and related equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing. This role supports production operations by ensuring vacuum pumps, abatement systems, gas delivery equipment, and process tools operate safely, reliably, and efficiently to maintain equipment high uptime and product quality. Our ideal candidate will be an analytical thinker with a technical/mechanical aptitude. You will bring your strong communication and prioritization abilities, with a safety focused mindset.

This position is for a 12-hour compressed work week 2-2-3.

Role and Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on vacuum pumps, exhaust systems, abatement units, and semiconductor process equipment. Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and vacuum-related system failures. Monitor system performance and identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime. Replace, rebuild, and overhaul vacuum pumps, seals, bearings, valves, and associated components. Conduct leak detection, vacuum integrity testing, and system qualification activities. Interpret technical drawings, schematics, maintenance procedures, and manufacturer documentation. Support equipment installations, upgrades, and process tool startups. Document maintenance activities, equipment status, and repair actions in computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). Follow cleanroom protocols, contamination control requirements, and safety procedures when working with hazardous gases, chemicals, and high-vacuum systems. Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and equipment teams to resolve equipment issues and improve production performance. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, safety, and operational excellence.

Qualifications and Education

Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Electronics, Mechanical Technology, or a related field. Experience maintaining vacuum systems, semiconductor equipment, or industrial manufacturing equipment. Knowledge of vacuum pump operation, pressure measurement, leak detection, gas handling systems, and process tool maintenance. Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with basic hand tools, test equipment, and diagnostic instruments. Ability to work in a cleanroom environment and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). Willingness to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call schedules as needed.

Preferred Qualification

Experience in semiconductor fabrication (Fab) facilities. Knowledge of dry pumps, cryo pumps, turbo molecular pumps, foreline systems, and abatement technologies. Familiarity with equipment manufacturers such as Applied Materials, Lam Research, KLA, ASML, Evatec, Vecco and TEL. Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, or Reliability-Centered Maintenance practices.

Salary Range

The Hourly range for this position is $24.55-$36.85 per hour. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Lumentum is illuminating the networks of tomorrow with advanced photonic technologies that enable AI, data centers, telecom, industrial, and sensing applications. As AI accelerates the global demand for bandwidth and energy efficiency, we deliver the building blocks that keep data moving reliably, efficiently, and at massive scale. Our optical products support AI and compute infrastructure, cloud and DCI environments, metro and long-haul networks, while our lasers drive breakthroughs in precision manufacturing and sensing. For nearly five decades, Lumentum has been at the intersection of light and innovation. What began as a vision with JDS Uniphase to harness the power of photonics has evolved into a global force driving the communication infrastructure of tomorrow. At Lumentum, we’re building more than a business—we’re building a team of passionate innovators whose drive to collaborate, create, and connect the world fuels everything we do. We are part of the AI technology revolution and we are illuminating the path forward. Headquartered in San Jose, California, we operate worldwide through a network of R&D, manufacturing, and sales locations.