Associate Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship

GlobalFoundries Maintenance Technician Program GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the worlds most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. GlobalFoundries Fab 9 is seeking skilled and motivated candidates to participate in the GlobalFoundries Maintenance Technician Program with Vermont Technical College. To be selected for the program, successful candidates must pass through a panel interview process for the educational portion of the position, a set of interviews with maintenance shift managers for an assessment on your technical aptitude and competence, and pre-testing (math) administered by Vermont Technical College. Candidates will be expected to work full-time while attending one Vermont Technical College course per semester, for 3 semesters per year. The program consists of 9 total Vermont Technical College Technical Courses all paid for by GlobalFoundries. The program offers internal technician skill-based courses and on-the-job training. Candidates accepted into this program, with successful completion, and satisfactory performance, will receive a certificate of completion, and will attain ~ 33 credits towards a 2-year Associates Degree in General Engineering. Opportunities exists to continue education through GlobalFoundries Tuition Reimbursement Program. A candidate will be performing preventive and first call maintenance to support semiconductor equipment and its support equipment. Ability to execute and perform Quality Standard Work and provide leadership in continuous improvement to improve equipment productivity. This person needs to be flexible and dependable to meet business demands on equipment. This position is in the 200mm factory in Essex Jct., Vermont and is a shift position working a compressed week of 12-hour shifts, which could be a day or night shift depending on business need. GlobalFoundries is a 24/7 manufacturing facility providing technician support across all shifts. Successful Manufacturing Technicians are self-motivated and work effectively in team or individual situations and demonstrate flexibility regarding assignments, work content, and work area. Essential Responsibilities Operate equipment; Execute preventive and first call maintenance on semiconductor equipment. Successfully Participate in the GlobalFoundries Technician Program Effective communication skills and ability to work within a tightly coupled team. Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs. 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 Education or equivalent, or High School Tech Center Education Travel 0-5% Language Fluency Fluent in English Language written & verbal Physical Capacity Demands Able to perform shift work on a 12 hours per shift schedule Able to work in a cleanroom environment per semiconductor protocol/requirements Able to wear all required clean room protective clothing and equipment for normal 12-hour shift (excluding breaks) Ability to perform work in a standing position for the majority of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks) Able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds on a periodic basis throughout the shift (preventive maintenance) and/or process issues Additional Eligibility Qualifications An offer of employment with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated Technical Aptitude Dependable Demonstrated Semiconductor Equipment Experience and Knowledge Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks with required documentation Demonstrated work performance in an environment requiring attention to detail and timeliness Strong team member with ability to work well within a global team Benefits 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. Shift Schedules Alternating Week Shift Schedules: Shift Week 1 Week 2 N1 (nights) Week 1: Sunday to Tuesday 7:00PM to 7:30AM Week 2: Sunday to Tuesday Saturday 7:00PM to 7:30AM N2 (nights) Week 1: Wednesday to Saturday 7:00PM to 7:30AM, Week 2: Wednesday to Friday 7:00PM to 7:30AM D1 (days) Week 1: Alternating 2 days and 3 days 7:00AM to 7:30PM, Week 2: Alternating 3 days and 2 days 7:00AM to 7:30PM D2 (days) Week 1: Alternating 3 days and 2 days 7:00AM to 7:30PM, Week 2: Alternating 2 days and 3 days 7:00AM to 7:30PM Expected Salary Range $35,400.00 - $56,800.00. The exact salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and location. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations. GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law.