Senior Operation Technician

Samsung Electronics; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Onsite cafe and gym

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Shift Operations Technician to respond as first responders in the field while monitoring a Central Control Room and operating various electrical equipment.

The role involves routine preventative maintenance, safety compliance, and supporting site operations in a fast-paced environment on-site in Austin, TX. A strong background in electrical systems and NEC knowledge is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years working with electrical systems, motor control circuits or automation equipment.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with NEC and maintenance/installation projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate and inspect electrical equipment (VFDs, UPSs, generators, breakers) in field and CCR.
• Perform basic preventative and corrective maintenance and 6S inspections.
• Update activity in the CMMS and document work performed.

Skills

Electrical systems

Motor control circuits

Automation equipment

Preventive maintenance

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma/GED

Technical school diploma/Associate degree

Industrial maintenance background

Tools

CMMS

Electrical wiring

Relay controls

Motor control centers

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor
Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

While the system is monitored in a Central Control Room (CCR) via a Facilities Monitoring & Control system (FMCS), the Shift Operations Technician will be dispatched to the field to physically investigate as first responders. The operations technician will also operate and check on a variety of electrical equipment such as variable frequency drives (VFDs), uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs), Diesel Generators, Transfer Switches, Breakers, and more. Another basic function of the shift electrician is to perform basic preventative maintenance on distribution system equipment: taking thermal readings performing corrective maintenance, and more.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Customerfacingelectricaldeviceoperationsandtroubleshooting.
• Tourelectricalroomandidentifyanyabnormalconditions.Performroutine6Sinspection.
• Minorpreventativeandcorrective/breakdownmaintenance.Updateactivitiesinanequipmentmanagementsystemforworkperformed.
• Inspectelectricalsystems,equipment,orcomponentstoidentifyhazards,defectsortheneedforadjustmentandrepair,andtoensurecompliancewithNECandjobsitespecifications
• Workfromladders,scaffolds,roofs,insidecleanrooms,highnoiseareasandhotenvironmentstoinstall,maintain,orrepairelectricalwiring,equipment,orfixtures.
• Performtroubleshootingofrelaycontrols,variablefrequencydrives(VFD),motorcontrolcenters,synchronousdrives,andmore.
• Escortvendors/contractors/non-electricalemployeesintoelectricalrooms.
• Respondtocentralcontrolroom(CCR)requestsforsitealarmsorsite/fabissues.
• CompleteQualifiedElectricalWorker(QEW)basedtrainingthatisrequiredtoperformelectricalworkatsite.
• TakepartinSafetyandQualityactivitiestoimproveonsiteperformance.
• Beanactivecontributortositeelectricalsafetyimprovementsandimprovetheteam’sNEC/NFPA70Elevelofknowledge.
• Takepartinshiftpassdown,whichshouldinclude,butnotlimitedto:actionsperformedduringshift,anyabnormalconditions,andoutstandingactionitems.
• Providetechnicalassistanceandcoachingtojuniorteammembersasneededtoimproveoveralllevelofknowledgeandjobsatisfaction.
• Identifyandescalateanyprocedural,equipment,andpersonnelitemsrequiringsupervisorormanagementattention.
• UseInfraEquipmentManagementSystem(iEMS)totrackrepairsandpreventativemaintenance.
• Establishandwritepolicies,proceduresandguidelinesforplantoperationsandmaintenance.

Skills and Qualifications

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Minimum7yearsworkingwithelectricalsystems,motorcontrolcircuitsorautomationequipment;ahighschooldiploma/GEDisrequired,whileatechnicalschooldiploma,associatedegree,orindustrialmaintenancebackgroundisstronglypreferred.
• JourneymanorMasterElectricianlicensestronglypreferred
• NEC: ProvenproficiencyinNECthroughmaintenanceorelectricalprojects.
• CMMSProficiency: AbilitytonavigateaComputerizedMaintenanceManagementSystemtologrepairs,managepartsinventory,andschedulepreventivemaintenancetasks.
• HandsonElectricalSkills:Practicalexperiencewithwiring,relaycontrols,andmotorcontrolcenters,ensuringsafeandreliableequipmentoperation.
• ProblemSolvingMindset:Demonstratedtrackrecordofdiagnosingandresolvingcomplexelectrical/automationissueswithminimaldowntime.Preferred,butnotrequired.

The current base salary range for this role is between $31.00 - $46.00/hour. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance

This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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