Entry Level Maintenance Jobs in Phoenix, AZ (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Entry level Maintenance Technician - New grads looking to jump start their career are welcome to apply!

Job Description

The Clean Room Maintenance Technician maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs mechanical, electrical, and electronic components of factory equipment and machinery in a cleanroom manufacturing environment. This role ensures optimal equipment performance, minimizes downtime, and supports continuous improvement initiatives across the facility’s production processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems for all production equipment as needed.
• Conduct major equipment rebuilds, routine inspections, and preventive maintenance to keep equipment operating reliably.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, identify root causes, and implement effective, lasting repairs.
• Repair and replace electrical components and assemblies as required to restore proper function.
• Assist with upgrades and enhancements to process control systems as new technologies and equipment are introduced.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current and emerging control systems, maintenance practices, and cleanroom procedures.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork and electronic documentation in a timely and organized manner.
• Work closely with production, quality control, and engineering teams to support efficient and stable manufacturing operations.
• Operate and support inspection and quality control activities using microscopes and other cleanroom tools as needed.
• Follow all safety, quality, and cleanroom protocols while working around semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability and maintenance processes.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of maintenance experience required; 3–5 years strongly preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills for production machinery and equipment.
• Strong electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and best practices.
• Solid problem-solving, diagnostic, and detail-oriented abilities.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift as required in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work overtime or weekends as needed to support production demands.
• Ability to work effectively in a cleanroom environment supporting semiconductor manufacturing.
• Experience working safely around industrial equipment and varying temperatures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in Maintenance, Industrial Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in a cleanroom environment, particularly in semiconductor manufacturing, is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with operator and quality control (QC) responsibilities in a production setting.
• Experience using microscopes for inspection and quality checks.
• Understanding of electronics and semiconductor processes.
• Comfort working with process control systems and participating in system upgrades.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance, supported by dependable transportation.

Why Work Here?

You will join a fast-paced and growing organization with decades of experience in advanced manufacturing, offering meaningful opportunities to grow your skills and career. The company provides plenty of room for advancement and the chance to learn all areas of the process, enabling you to build a strong technical foundation. You can benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k), dental insurance, a flexible spending account, health insurance, and paid time off. The schedule offers a favorable work-life balance with a consistent Monday through Friday shift and a three-day weekend every weekend, supporting both professional development and personal time.

Work Environment

The role is based in a cleanroom manufacturing facility that produces semiconductor chips used in RF technology for telecommunications. The environment is fast paced and growth-oriented, with a strong focus on quality and precision. You will work around industrial equipment, electronics, and process control systems in a controlled cleanroom setting, often using microscopes and other inspection tools. The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with the possibility of overtime or weekend work as needed to support operations. The position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting, as well as working in areas with varying temperatures. You are expected to follow all safety, cleanroom, and quality procedures, maintain a professional appearance consistent with cleanroom and manufacturing standards, and demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality.Entry

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $20.75 - $20.75/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.