Senior Computer & Server Repair Technician

GlobalFoundries; Town of Malta (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries is seeking a skilled Computer and Server Repair Technician to develop, implement, and support the Electronic Repair Center for Fab 8 in Malta, NY. The role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, refurbishing, and lifecycle managing computer hardware, industrial servers, storage systems, and network infrastructure used in semiconductor manufacturing.

The position requires a 3+ year background in hardware repair and IT infrastructure, with the ability to work in a cleanroom environment,

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Computer Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, Information Technology, Military Equivalent, Trade Equivalent, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Minimum 3 years in computer hardware repair, server maintenance, electronics repair, IT infrastructure support, or a related technical field.
• Travel – Up to 10%.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving computer systems, servers, storage devices, networking hardware, and electronic assemblies.
• Experience using diagnostic tools, test equipment, and repair methodologies to isolate and resolve hardware failures.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a tightly coupled team environment.
• Language Fluency – Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Physical Capacity Demands – Able to work in a cleanroom environment and lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide bench-level diagnostics, repair, refurbishment, and validation of computer systems, industrial servers, workstations, storage devices, network hardware, and associated electronic assemblies.
• Troubleshoot hardware failures to the component, board, and subsystem level, including server motherboards, power distribution systems, memory, processors, storage devices, and communication interfaces.
• Develop and execute standard work practices for computer and server repair, testing, and qualification.
• Develop repair pipelines, documentation, and standard work instructions for computer hardware repair and refurbishment activities.
• Develop and implement repair standards utilizing job breakdown sheets and ensure effective training plans are in place for team members.
• Partner with manufacturing and engineering organizations to identify high-impact repair opportunities and convert them into measurable productivity and cost-saving results.
• Support the fab with critical infrastructure and manufacturing system hardware repairs while maintaining high standards of quality, reliability, and turnaround time.
• Perform hardware imaging, system configuration, firmware updates, and functional validation testing to ensure repaired assets meet operational requirements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

English fluency

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Computer/ Electronics/ IT or equivalent hands-on

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Test equipment

Repair methodologies

Hardware repair processes

Job description

GlobalFoundries is seeking a skilled Computer and Server Repair Technician to develop, implement, and support the Electronic Repair Center for Fab 8 in Malta, NY. The role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, refurbishing, and lifecycle managing computer hardware, industrial servers, storage systems, and network infrastructure used in semiconductor manufacturing.

The position requires a 3+ year background in hardware repair and IT infrastructure, with the ability to work in a cleanroom environment,