Microchip Technology

Master Technician-Facilities (HVAC)

Microchip Technology$51K — $111K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; technical school or associate degree in HVAC preferred.
  • 15+ years of HVAC/facilities maintenance experience in semiconductor or similarly controlled environments.
  • MA state refrigeration technician license.
  • CFC/EPA universal certification license.
  • Strong knowledge and troubleshooting experience with commercial and industrial HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and maintain HVAC and mechanical facility systems essential for semiconductor manufacturing.
  • Monitor alarms and equipment conditions using Building Management Systems (BMS).
  • Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance to enhance equipment reliability.
  • Troubleshoot complex HVAC equipment issues, including mechanical and electrical problems.
  • Support maintenance of chilled-water and hot-water systems throughout the facility.

Benefits

  • Health benefits begin on day one.
  • Retirement savings plans available.
  • Industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) with a 2-year look back feature.
  • Quarterly bonus payments based on performance.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

The Master Facilities Technician – HVAC is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC and facility systems supporting a semiconductor manufacturing environment. This role ensures critical facility systems operate safely, reliably, and within the environmental conditions required for semiconductor manufacturing and cleanroom operations.

The technician will work with complex HVAC, chilled water, heating, cooling, ventilation, and building management systems while responding to equipment failures and supporting preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

  • Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC and mechanical facility systems, including air handling units, rooftop units, exhaust systems, pumps, fans, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and associated equipment.
  • Maintain HVAC systems supporting cleanrooms and controlled manufacturing environments, including temperature, humidity, pressure, airflow, and air-quality requirements.
  • Monitor and respond to alarms and equipment conditions through Building Management Systems (BMS)/Energy Management Systems (EMS).
  • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on HVAC and mechanical equipment to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
  • Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and control-system issues associated with HVAC equipment.
  • Diagnose and repair issues involving motors, belts, bearings, dampers, valves, actuators, sensors, VFDs, compressors, pumps, and control systems.
  • Support operation and maintenance of chilled-water and hot-water systems used throughout the facility.
  • Perform inspections, equipment rounds, readings, and operational checks and document findings.
  • Respond to facility and equipment emergencies and take appropriate action to protect personnel, equipment, product, and manufacturing operations.
  • Work closely with Facilities Engineers, Manufacturing, Equipment Engineering, and other technical teams to resolve facility-related issues.
  • Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and commissioning activities.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, equipment history, and documentation using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
  • Follow all applicable safety, environmental, hazardous energy/LOTO, cleanroom, and semiconductor manufacturing procedures.
  • Maintain compliance with company policies, OSHA requirements, applicable codes, and environmental regulations.
  • Work with contractors and vendors during equipment installation, service, inspections, and repairs.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less-experienced Facilities Technicians.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, energy efficiency, cost reduction, and facility uptime.
  • Participate in an on-call, weekend, or rotating shift schedule as required.

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED required; technical school, military training, or associate degree in HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, or facilities technology preferred.
  • 15+ years of HVAC/facilities maintenance experience, preferably in semiconductor manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, data center, or another highly controlled manufacturing environment.
  • MA state refrigeration technician license
  • CFC/EPA universal certification license
  • Strong knowledge of commercial and industrial HVAC systems.
  • Experience troubleshooting AHUs, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, fans, VFDs, compressors, and HVAC controls.
  • Experience working with BMS/EMS systems.
  • Strong understanding of temperature, humidity, pressure, airflow, and ventilation systems.
  • Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, P&IDs, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
  • Experience using hand tools, power tools, electrical test equipment, and HVAC diagnostic equipment.
  • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and controls-related problems independently.
  • Strong understanding of preventive and corrective maintenance practices.
  • Ability to work safely around electrical equipment, rotating machinery, refrigerants, chemicals, and other industrial hazards.

Preferred Requirements/Qualifications:
  • Electrical License
  • Industrial wastewater treatment license

U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Bending at Waist, Carrying, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Dust or gases, Electrical Hazards, Feeling, Fumes or Odors, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Mechanical Hazards, Noise and/or vibration, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Stooping, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

80% standing/walking, 20% sitting

Pay Range:

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:

The hourly pay range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $24.52-$53.85.*

*Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

About Microchip Technology

Microchip Technology is an American semiconductor company headquartered in Chandler, Arizona. The company was founded in 1989 and has been providing microcontroller and analog semiconductors for over 30 years. Microchip Technology operates in over 100 locations in 70 countries and has more than 18,000 employees worldwide. The company's products include microcontrollers, memory, and other analog and mixed-signal products. Microchip Technology's mission is to provide innovative solutions for a wide range of applications, including automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics.
Learn more about Microchip Technology
Size
21,000 employees
Market Cap
$37.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$333.3 million
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+14.9%
Revenue
$5.2 billion
NASDAQ

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