Senior Operation Technician

Samsung Electronics America; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401(k) matching

Onsite café and gym facilities

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Shift Operations Technician to monitor and respond to field electrical conditions in a central control environment. You will inspect and maintain electrical equipment in cleanrooms, work on VFDs, UPSs, generators, breakers, and related systems, and escalate issues with safety and quality practices.

The role requires substantial hands-on electrical experience, NEC knowledge, and CMMS proficiency, with opportunities to contribute to site safety

Qualifications

• 7+ years working with electrical systems, motor control circuits or automation equipment.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license strongly preferred.
• NEC: Proficiency in NEC through maintenance or electrical projects.
• CMMS: Ability to log repairs, manage parts inventory, and schedule preventive maintenance.
• Hands-on electrical skills with wiring, relay controls, and motor control centers.
• Strong problem-solving mindset for diagnosing and resolving complex electrical/automation issues.

Responsibilities

• Customer facing electrical device operations and troubleshooting.
• Tour electrical room and identify abnormal conditions.
• Perform routine 6S inspection.
• Minor preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Update activities in an equipment management system for work performed.
• Inspect electrical systems and components for hazards and NEC/NFPA70E compliance.
• Work from ladders and in cleanrooms to install, maintain, or repair wiring and equipment.
• Troubleshoot relays, VFDs, motor control centers and drives.

Skills

Electrical systems

Motor control

Automation equipment

NEC proficiency

CMMS proficiency

Wiring & relays

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical diploma / associate degree

Industrial maintenance background

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:

• Customer facing electrical device operations and troubleshooting.
• Tour electrical room and identify any abnormal conditions.
• Perform routine 6S inspection.
• Minor preventative and corrective/breakdown maintenance.
• Update activities in an equipment management system for work performed.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects or the need for adjustment and repair, and to ensure compliance with NEC and job site specifications.
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, roofs, inside cleanrooms, high noise areas and hot environments to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
• Perform troubleshooting of relay controls, variable frequency drives (VFD), motor control centers, synchronous drives, and more.
• Escort vendors/contractors/non-electrical employees into electrical rooms.
• Respond to central control room (CCR) requests for site alarms or site/fab issues.
• Complete Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) based training that is required to perform electrical work at site.
• Take part in Safety and Quality activities to improve onsite performance.
• Be an active contributor to site electrical safety improvements and improve the team's NEC/NFPA70E level of knowledge.
• Take part in shift pass down, which should include, but not limited to: actions performed during shift, any abnormal conditions, and outstanding action items.
• Provide technical assistance and coaching to junior team members as needed to improve overall level of knowledge and job satisfaction.
• Identify and elevate any procedural, equipment, and personnel items requiring supervisor or management attention.
• Use Infra Equipment Management System (iEMS) to track repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Establish and write policies, procedures and guidelines for plant operations and maintenance.

Skills and Qualifications

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Minimum 7 years working with electrical systems, motor control circuits or automation equipment; a high school diploma/GED is required, while a technical school diploma, associate degree, or industrial maintenance background is strongly preferred.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license strongly preferred
• NEC: Proven proficiency in NEC through maintenance or electrical projects.
• CMMS Proficiency: Ability to navigate a Computerized Maintenance Management System to log repairs, manage parts inventory, and schedule preventive maintenance tasks.
• Hands on Electrical Skills: Practical experience with wiring, relay controls, and motor control centers, ensuring safe and reliable equipment operation.
• Problem Solving Mindset: Demonstrated track record of diagnosing and resolving complex electrical/automation issues with minimal downtime. Preferred, but not required.

Salary

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 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 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.

Trade Secrets Notice

By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company Overview

Samsung Electronics is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, and network systems, and the entire semiconductor industry with our memory, system LSI, foundry, and LED solutions. Samsung is also leading in the development of the Internet of Things through, among others, our Smart Home and Digital Health initiatives. Since being established in 1969, Samsung Electronics has grown into one of the world’s leading technology companies, and become recognized as one of the top global brands. Our network now extends across the world, and Samsung takes great pride in the creativity and diversity of its talented people, who drive our growth. To discover more, please visit our official newsroom.