Semiconductor Technician

Acro Service Corp; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Acro Service Corporation in Manhattan Beach, CA is seeking a Semiconductor Equipment Support Technician for a 1-year contract to maintain and troubleshoot front-end and back-end semiconductor tools in a production/R&D setting. The role demands hands-on maintenance, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

You'll perform preventive and corrective maintenance on steppers, evaporators, sputters, and other equipment, collaborate with process

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in equipment maintenance or technical trade.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read schematics, manuals, and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with vacuum pumps, gas systems, and cleanroom operations.
• Comfortable working independently in a research-driven environment with frequent tool changeovers.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a broad range of front-end and back-end semiconductor equipment (e.g., steppers, evaporators, sputters, implanters, etchers, coaters/developers, and dicing saws).
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, vacuum, pneumatic, and basic software/control issues across legacy and custom tools.
• Partner with process engineers, researchers, and tool owners to rapidly diagnose and resolve equipment problems in a dynamic Production/R&D setting.
• Log maintenance activities, downtime events, and parts usage in internal tracking systems.
• Support tool installations, decommissioning, and upgrades, including coordination with vendors and facilities teams.
• Maintain and order critical spares, consumables, and safety components.
• Follow cleanroom protocols and ensure tools meet safety, cleanliness, and calibration standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance tool uptime, reduce maintenance cycles, and improve user satisfaction.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics/technical drawings

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical training in Mechatronics/Electronics

Tools

Vacuum pumps

Gas systems

Cleanroom operations

Job description

One of our Aerospace clients is looking for Semiconductor Technician in Manhattan Beach CA 90266

Location: Manhattan Beach CA 90266

Pay Rate: $51/hour on W2

Duration: 1 Year contract with a great possibility of extension or Conversion possible with good performance.

1st Shift

Work Schedule- 9x80

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Looking for a Semiconductor Equipment Support Technician for their Semiconductor Fab.

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a broad range of front-end and back-end semiconductor equipment (e.g., steppers, evaporators, sputters, implanters, etchers, coaters/developers, and dicing saws).
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, vacuum, pneumatic, and basic software/control issues across legacy and custom tools.
• Partner with process engineers, researchers, and tool owners to rapidly diagnose and resolve equipment problems in a dynamic Production/R&D setting.
• Log maintenance activities, downtime events, and parts usage in internal tracking systems.
• Support tool installations, decommissioning, and upgrades, including coordination with vendors and facilities teams.
• Maintain and order critical spares, consumables, and safety components.
• Follow cleanroom protocols and ensure tools meet safety, cleanliness, and calibration standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance tool uptime, reduce maintenance cycles, and improve user satisfaction.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in equipment maintenance or technical trade.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read schematics, manuals, and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with vacuum pumps, gas systems, and cleanroom operations.
• Comfortable working independently in a research-driven environment with frequent tool changeovers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree or technical training in Mechatronics, Electronics, or related field. - Experience with legacy semiconductor tools, including both wet and dry processes.
• Exposure to low-volume, high-mix R&D or prototyping environments.
• Basic understanding of process flows across front-end and back-end semiconductor fabrication.
• Familiarity with safety protocols related to gases, chemicals, and high voltage equipment.

About Acro:

Acro Service Corporation is a global professional services and contract staffing company that has provided IT, Engineering, and Professional services/ personnel to major corporations. Acro values diversity in our workforce and is an Affluent Action & Equal Opportunity Employer. Acro is also committed to hiring veterans and offers sponsorship opportunities