Semiconductor Equipment TechnicianJob Description
We are seeking a hands-on Semiconductor Equipment Technician to support the maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of manufacturing equipment within a semiconductor production environment. This individual will play a key role in ensuring equipment reliability, maximizing uptime, and supporting efficient production operations. The ideal candidate enjoys solving technical problems, working with complex systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, vacuum, and process-related equipment issues.
- Support equipment calibration, repairs, and process improvements to maintain operational efficiency.
- Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime.
- Monitor equipment performance and recommend reliability improvements.
- Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment status.
- Partner with engineering, operations, and quality teams to support production goals.
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with safety and quality standards.
Required Qualifications
- Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, cleanroom, or production environment.
- Strong troubleshooting skills involving electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, or vacuum systems.
- Ability to interpret technical documentation, schematics, and equipment manuals.
- Experience performing maintenance and repair on automated or industrial equipment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting semiconductor, electronics, medical device, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with process equipment, automation systems, or precision manufacturing tools.
- Experience troubleshooting both legacy and newly installed equipment.
- Knowledge of quality systems, validation processes, continuous improvement initiatives, or regulatory requirements.
- Associate degree, technical certification, military technical training, or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.
Work Environment
- Full-time onsite position located in the Tracy, California area.
- Monday through Friday schedule.
- Opportunity to work within a collaborative team environment supporting advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and strong work-life balance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tracy, CA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $33.65 - $38.40/hr.
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)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Tracy,CA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 3, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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