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P Shift - Thursday, Friday, Saturday, every other Wednesday 6PM-6AM Equipment Technicians at Polar Semiconductor in Bloomington, MN maintain and repair 200mm semiconductor manufacturing equipment in a clean room environment. Shift Technicians monitor tool performance and schedules to perform preventative maintenance on the equipment along with using mechanical, electronic and computer skills to troubleshoot and repair tool issues. They assist with equipment installs, tests and reviewing/editing equipment procedures. Technicians are expected to perform quality workmanship, use problem solving skills and thoroughly document maintenance activities on the equipment. Job Duties: * Complete all required safety training and conduct all work in accordance with safety policies. * Perform preventive maintenance & repairs/calibrations on production equipment & systems. * Clearly document maintenance activities/work performed and complete pm checklists/procedures * Work with engineering team to improve pm procedures and documentation * Periodically safely perform work in a hazardous environment utilizing proper Personal Protective Equipment (including SCBA or respirator). * Participate in continuous improvement programs to minimize tool down-time and variability to increase equipment availability. * Communicate, participate and collaborate effectively with the maintenance, production and engineering team * Participate on the Emergency Response Team Successful Candidate Description: * Proficiency in electrical circuits, pneumatics and mechanical systems. * Knowledge of test and calibration equipment (i.e. O-scopes, DMMs). * PC skills and familiarity with MS Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. * Ability to troubleshoot basic problems and address root causes. * Ability to properly use common hand tools * Ability to properly use personal protective equipment. * Multitasking, time management and prioritization skills. * Ability to follow procedures and work with minimal supervision. * Previous experience on vacuum and/or semiconductor manufacturing equipment preferred but not required (PVD, PECVD, CMP, LPCVD, etc.) Education Requirements: * Associate's degree in an electronics/mechatronics/automation/mechanical related field or equivalent military training, or 24+ months experience in vacuum or semiconductor equipment maintenance. Physical Requirements for this position include: Walking and standing on cleanroom floors for prolonged periods during 12-hour shifts. Working in a cleanroom environment and wearing clean room attire (bunny suit, mask, gloves, protective eye wear and booties). Gown/degown several times a shift. Ability to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for hazardous chemicals and/or high temperatures. Ability to handle small tools (pinch/grip/grasp/torque/crimp) - fine manipulation for pliers, screwdriver, meter devices, keyboard, etc. Frequently to continuously (50%-70%) throughout duration of 12-hour shifts. Ability/dexterity to manipulate wires, flow tubes, tool parts etc. in awkward, confining spaces. Ability to bend, squat, kneel, stoop. Frequently to continuously (50% to 70%) throughout duration of 12-hour shifts. Ability to formally lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs - most common is up to 10 to 25 pounds frequently. Ability to safely control/perform tool maintenance activities (i.e.: pinch/grip/grasp/torque/crimp) while working in areas/on tools with high voltage, toxic gases, chemicals. i.e.: Securely grip tools while performing maintenance functions. Overhead reach and extended reach up to 50 lbs occasionally. Visual acuity. Mental and Cognitive Abilities: retention, repeatability, decision making, prioritizing, judgment calls, reasoning, assessing/interpreting/applying from Operating Instructions, concentration, attentiveness, accuracy. Effective communication skills. Verbal and written for documentation and logging.