Semiconductor Equipment Technician – Cleanroom Shifts 12h

TSMC - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TSMC Arizona in Phoenix, AZ seeks an Equipment Technician for our 5-nanometer fab. You will perform preventive maintenance on state-of-the-art 300mm semiconductor equipment in a cleanroom and respond to system errors while ensuring quality and safety standards.

The role includes reviewing SPC charts, managing spare parts lifecycle, and contributing to continuous improvement. Shifts are 12 hours, 3-4 days per week, with potential night shifts based on business needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or equivalent technical training in military service, with sufficient machine maintenance experience preferred.
• Able to operate computer and system interface programs to ensure appropriate computing and analysis of production information.
• Able to follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks and required documentation.
• Able to work in a cleanroom environment, gowning up in coveralls, hoods, boots, safety glasses and gloves. Spend the majority of time (>90%, minus break time) on the factory floor working on the tools.
• Able to lift weight consistent with applicable regulations and/or safety guidelines, including NIOSH Lifting Recommendations.
• This position is required to work on a compressed work week schedule and rotating shifts as requested, which generally last 3-6 months, or may be assigned to a permanent nightshift position depending on business needs.
• Typical shift is 12 hours long, alternating between three and four days every other week including breaks.

Responsibilities

• Performing preventive maintenance activities on state-of-the-art 300mm semiconductor equipment in cleanroom environment.
• Performing visual inspections (quality check) post PM.
• Responding to error messages of factory systems and/or equipment.
• Reviewing SPC charts for process quality and conducting defect troubleshooting.
• Sustaining and improving spare parts management system and be responsible for full life-cycle of spare parts.
• Actively participating in continuous improvement processes, learning and skills development.
• Performing activities in a safe and responsible manner and supporting EHS & Security requirements and programs.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

TSMC Arizona in Phoenix, AZ seeks an Equipment Technician for our 5-nanometer fab. You will perform preventive maintenance on state-of-the-art 300mm semiconductor equipment in a cleanroom and respond to system errors while ensuring quality and safety standards.

The role includes reviewing SPC charts, managing spare parts lifecycle, and contributing to continuous improvement. Shifts are 12 hours, 3-4 days per week, with potential night shifts based on business needs.