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This role is intended for our Essex Junction site Fab 9, a 200mm semiconductor manufacturing facility. This is a night shift position. As a Maintenance Technician, you are responsible for monitoring, sustaining, and improving the equipment and/or processes in the assigned area, while working in partnership with production team members and area engineers. Maintenance Technicians monitor equipment performance, schedule, perform preventative and corrective maintenance on assigned tool sets, and use mechanical, electronic and PC/software skills to troubleshoot and resolve equipment related issues. Concise communication of updates on the status of equipment and area to the Lead Tech and/or Engineer is a vital part of the job.

Essential Responsibilities

Skills (Employees must be able to perform these essential functions, with or without an accommodation):

• Follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks
• Ability to perform work activities in a safe and responsible manner in line with all FAB9 EHS&S policies
• Work independently and collaboratively with teams in a fast-paced environment
• Support and engage in training activities
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment as required per the operating procedures
• Monitor, control, and test semiconductor equipment for manufacturing readiness
• Recover equipment from process interruptions, complete event documentation and effectively communicate end of shift pass downs
• Ability to effectively use time management to prioritize and plan daily work and scheduled activities.

Physical Capacity Demands (Employees must be able to perform these essential functions, with or without an accommodation):

• Ability to work in a standing position for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces for >85% of a 12-hour shift
• Ability to lift, pull, and/or carry up to 50 pounds periodically throughout the shift
• Able to lift equipment and tools when performing maintenance activities (above 50lbs requires a two-person lift)
• Ability to manually manipulate hand tools and small hardware for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)
• Ability to perform activities that include climbing vertical ladders, bending at waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching up/over, and crawling for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)
• Ability to utilize computer (typing, visual screen time) for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment per semiconductor protocol/requirements
• Able to work in a cleanroom environment wearing required clean room clothing per semiconductor protocol/requirements for a minimum of 10 hours a day
• Able to wear upgraded PPE in accordance with GF safety procedures, including, but not limited to, safety shoes, safety glasses, chemical splash apron & gloves, and full-face shield, when required.
• Able to remain in compliance with OSHA & NIOSH standard CFR 29 1910.134 (clean shaven) to don and work in an N95 Dust Mask or other air filtering devices, to include full-face respirator (cartridge & supplied air) for extended periods of time (> 2 hours)

Other Responsibilities

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School Degree (or equivalent)
• Experience: Electrical or mechanical, one of the following:
• 2-year technical degree and 4 years of relevant experience
• 2 years of relevant military experience and 4 years of relevant experience
• 8 years of relevant experience (automotive repair, BOCES, HVAC, aviation, cable installation, computer routing, telecommunications, electrical work, etc)
• Travel Requirements: Minimal travel
• Language Fluency: English (Written & Verbal)
• Basic reading and writing comprehension skills
• Basic computer navigation skills - (i.e. Windows, Microsoft Office, Outlook)
• Able to work in a cleanroom environment wearing required clean room clothing per semiconductor protocol/requirements.
• Able to work in a standing position for an extended period of time (during a 12-hour shift)
• Able to lift equipment and tools when performing maintenance activities (above 50lbs requires a two-person lift)
• Flexible and willing to work any shift (3-4 days alternating weeks during day or night shift)

Preferred Functions - Skills

• Review Statistical Process Control charts for process quality and react to Out-of-Control conditions including defect troubleshooting
• Develop & enhance operating procedures
• Actively participate in continuous improvement projects, learning and skills development
• Ability to read and comprehend schematics / blueprints / electrical diagrams
• Experience utilizing basic hand tools and quality workmanship principles
• Experience with troubleshooting and structured problem-solving techniques
• Basic understanding of the principles of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education - associate degree in engineering technology, military equivalent, trade equivalent, or equivalent experience.
• Experience – 6+ Years of direct experience working in semiconductor manufacturing
• Project management skills - i.e., the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning & organizational skills.

We Offer Industry Leading Benefits Including

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Multiple competitive options for medical, vision, and dental insurance plans
• Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Career development programs offered through a network of accredited educational programs with tuition reimbursement included.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Quarterly performance bonus
• Relocation assistance offered to eligible candidates.

Alternating Week Shift Schedules

• Shift Week 1 Week 2
• D1 (days F) 7:00AM to 7:30PM, Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday
• D2 (days G) 7:00AM to 7:30PM, Week 1: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
• N1 (nights B) 7PM to 7:30AM Week 1: Sunday to Tuesday + Saturday Week 2: Sunday to Tuesday
• N2 (nights D) 7PM to 7:30AM Week 1: Wednesday to Friday Week 2: Wednesday to Saturday
• *Shift schedules are subject to change

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.