Semiconductor Vacuum Maintenance Technician

Lumentum; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumentum in Greensboro, NC is seeking a Semiconductor Maintenance Vacuum Technician responsible for installing, maintaining, and optimizing vacuum systems and related equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing.

You will troubleshoot failures, perform preventive maintenance, read schematics, follow cleanroom procedures, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to maximize equipment uptime and product quality.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Electronics, Mechanical Technology, or related field.
• Experience maintaining vacuum systems, semiconductor equipment, or industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals.

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.
• Document maintenance activities, equipment status, and repair actions in 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.

Skills

Vacuum maintenance

Troubleshooting

Schematics literacy

PPE & safety

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or technical cert in Electronics/Mechanical Tech

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Lumentum in Greensboro, NC is seeking a Semiconductor Maintenance Vacuum Technician responsible for installing, maintaining, and optimizing vacuum systems and related equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing.

You will troubleshoot failures, perform preventive maintenance, read schematics, follow cleanroom procedures, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to maximize equipment uptime and product quality.