Microelectronic Technician 1

Job Title: Microelectronic Technician 1Job Description This role offers the opportunity to support a cutting-edge semiconductor fabrication facility by maintaining and optimizing a wide range of complex microelectronic production and R&D equipment. As a Microelectronic Technician 1, you will focus on semiconductor equipment support, ensuring high tool uptime, reliable performance, and a safe, well-controlled cleanroom environment. You will work closely with engineers, researchers, and tool owners to keep critical front-end and back-end processes running smoothly while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a broad range of front-end and back-end semiconductor equipment, including steppers, evaporators, sputters, implanters, etchers, coaters/developers, and dicing saws.Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, vacuum, pneumatic, and basic software/control issues on legacy and custom tools.Collaborate with process engineers, researchers, and tool owners to rapidly diagnose and resolve equipment problems in a dynamic production and R&D environment.Log maintenance activities, equipment downtime events, and parts usage in internal tracking systems with accurate and timely documentation.Support equipment installations, decommissioning, and upgrades, coordinating with vendors and facilities teams as needed.Maintain inventories of critical spare parts, consumables, and safety components, and place orders to ensure availability.Follow cleanroom protocols and standard operating procedures to ensure tools meet safety, cleanliness, and calibration standards.Participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at increasing tool uptime, reducing maintenance cycles, and improving user satisfaction.Adhere to safety procedures related to gases, chemicals, high voltage equipment, and vacuum and gas systems while performing all maintenance activities. Essential Skills High school diploma or GED.At least 2 years of experience in equipment maintenance or a technical trade.Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to read and interpret schematics, manuals, and technical drawings.Hands-on experience with equipment maintenance in an industrial, laboratory, or semiconductor environment.Familiarity with vacuum pumps, gas systems, and cleanroom operations.Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, vacuum, pneumatic, and basic software/control issues.Comfort working independently in a research-driven environment with frequent tool changeovers.Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with engineers, researchers, and tool owners.Attention to detail and strong documentation skills for recording maintenance activities and equipment status. Additional Skills & Qualifications Associate degree or formal technical training in Mechatronics, Electronics, or a related field.Experience working with legacy semiconductor tools, including both wet and dry process equipment.Exposure to low-volume, high-mix R&D or prototyping environments.Basic understanding of process flows across front-end and back-end semiconductor fabrication.Familiarity with safety protocols related to gases, chemicals, and high voltage equipment.Experience supporting semiconductor equipment in an R&D lab setting.Knowledge of semiconductor equipment operation and maintenance best practices.Background in mechatronics or electronics applied to complex automated tools. Work Environment This position is based in a semiconductor fabrication facility that combines production and research activities. You will work primarily in a cleanroom environment, following strict protocols to maintain cleanliness, safety, and equipment reliability. The role involves frequent interaction with a variety of semiconductor tools and support systems, including vacuum pumps, gas delivery systems, and high voltage equipment. You will collaborate closely with process engineers, researchers, and facilities personnel in a fast-paced, research-driven setting characterized by frequent tool changeovers and evolving process requirements. The environment emphasizes safety, adherence to procedures, and continuous improvement, with access to specialized tools, technical documentation, and internal tracking systems to support your work. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Redondo Beach, CA. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Redondo Beach, CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2026. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Redondo Beach,CA. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. 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