Microelectronic Technician 2

22nd Century Technologies, Inc.
Pay Rate. $20-23/hr. on W2
United States, California, Manhattan Beach
May 07, 2025
Job Title: Microelectronic Technician 2 Location with zip code: Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 Duration: 6 + months Pay Rate. $20-23/hr. on W2 without Benefits Shift Timing: 5:00AM to 2:30PM Job Description: We have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Looking for a Microelectronics Technician 2 to support our molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) department. As a member of the MBE department you'll work alongside material science engineers and equipment support engineers. This position will serve on-site at the Space Park campus, on the Manhattan Beach, CA side. Role & Responsibilities: Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a broad range of front-end and back-end semiconductor equipment (e.g., steppers, evaporators, sputters, implanters, etchers, coaters/developers, and dicing saws). Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, vacuum, pneumatic, and basic software/control issues across legacy and custom tools. Partner with process engineers, researchers, and tool owners to rapidly diagnose and resolve equipment problems in a dynamic Production/R&D setting. Log maintenance activities, downtime events, and parts usage in internal tracking systems. Support tool installations, decommissioning, and upgrades, including coordination with vendors and facilities teams. Maintain and order critical spares, consumables, and safety components. Follow cleanroom protocols and ensure tools meet safety, cleanliness, and calibration standards. Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance tool uptime, reduce maintenance cycles, and improve user satisfaction. Basic Qualifications for Semiconductor Equipment Support Technician: High school diploma or GED. 2+ years of experience in equipment maintenance or technical trade. Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read schematics, manuals, and technical drawings. Familiarity with vacuum pumps, gas systems, and cleanroom operations. Comfortable working independently in a research-driven environment with frequent tool changeovers. This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen. Basic Qualification: High School diploma. Able to lift 30-40 pounds. Computer-literate. Ability to use Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Outlook, and Word). Preferred Qualifications for Semiconductor Equipment Support Technician: Associate degree or technical training in Mechatronics, Electronics, or related field. - Experience with legacy semiconductor tools, including both wet and dry processes. 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.