Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 20,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology, Inc. People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you. Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await! Job Description: Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the (UPW) Ultra-Pure Water treatment plant machines and equipment to purify water for manufacturing use by performing the following: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Performs rounds and readings of the UPW equipment. Operates and maintains electric motors, pumps, valves, etc. to regulate flow of raw water into and out of the UPW treatment plant. Adds specified amounts of chemicals such as sodium meta-bisulfite, and anti-scalant into day tanks with water and adjusts automatic devices that admit specified amounts of chemicals into vessels to de-chlorinate and pretreat water. Evaluates the operations of site Reverse Osmosis Units and adjusts as necessary Cleaning and flushing of RO units. Regeneration of Resin Mix-Beds. Assists with cleaning and flushing of RO units. Turn valves to regulate water through filter beds to remove impurities. Monitors FMS control system to check the operation of the UPW systems. Repairs and lubricates machines and equipment. Cleans multimedia filter beds using backwashing (reverse flow of water). Records data such as residual content of chemicals, water turbidity, water flows, temperatures, pressures and other parameters. Tests water samples to determine turbidity, chlorine, silt density index, and other impurities. Interface with facility engineering to contribute to design ideas, recommendations on existing equipment and new projects. Will have secondary responsibilities in other disciplines; defined as but not limited to: Ultra-Pure Water (UPW); Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC); Life Safety Systems (LSS); Electrical, Waste-Water Treatment; and Controls. Shift: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, every other Wednesday 7am-7pm SUMMARY: Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the (UPW) Ultra-Pure Water treatment plant machines and equipment to purify water for manufacturing use by performing the following: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Performs rounds and readings of the UPW equipment. Operates and maintains electric motors, pumps, valves, etc. to regulate flow of raw water into and out of the UPW treatment plant. Adds specified amounts of chemicals such as sodium meta-bisulfite, and anti-scalant into day tanks with water and adjusts automatic devices that admit specified amounts of chemicals into vessels to de-chlorinate and pretreat water. Evaluates the operations of site Reverse Osmosis Units and adjusts as necessary Cleaning and flushing of RO units. Regeneration of Resin Mix-Beds. Assists with cleaning and flushing of RO units. Turn valves to regulate water through filter beds to remove impurities. Monitors FMS control system to check the operation of the UPW systems. Repairs and lubricates machines and equipment. Cleans multimedia filter beds using backwashing (reverse flow of water). Records data such as residual content of chemicals, water turbidity, water flows, temperatures, pressures and other parameters. Tests water samples to determine turbidity, chlorine, silt density index, and other impurities. Interface with facility engineering to contribute to design ideas, recommendations on existing equipment and new projects. Will have secondary responsibilities in other disciplines; defined as but not limited to: Ultra-Pure Water (UPW); Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC); Life Safety Systems (LSS); Electrical, Waste-Water Treatment; and Controls. Shift: days Benefits Wellness & Medical Benefits effective on your First Day of Employment Gold Standard in Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Benefits Free on-site medical clinic staffed by a licensed and certified Nurse Practitioner. On-site fitness center Quarterly Employee Cash Bonus Plan Restricted Stock Grant Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Reimbursement 401K Retirement Savings Plan Paid Time Off Vacation Pay Absence Time - "Sick Pay" 10 Paid Holidays Volunteer days Requirements/Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Knowledge of safety policies and procedures. One or more certifications in water and or wastewater treatment. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Sr. Technician II – Associates of Science Degree and 7 years of work-related experience and/or specialized training. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as schematic diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, technical specifications, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports, pass downs, and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with supervisors and employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple instructions. Ability to deal with new or unusual situations. Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Ability to walk, crawl bend, twist, reach, and climb stairs and ladders. Color vision, verbal communication and listening Ability to lift 50 pounds and carry for short distances. Ability to push, pull or drag up to 70 lbs. Able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that includes safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, cartridge or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and protective clothing and pass PFT and respirator fit testing. Travel Time: 0% - 25% Physical Attributes: Bending at Waist, Bending at Waist, Carrying, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Dust or gases, Electrical Hazards, Feeling, Foot Controls, Fumes or Odors, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Mechanical Hazards, Noise and/or vibration, Poor Ventilation, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Slippery surfaces, Stooping, Sudden Temperature Changes { 3 more} Physical Requirements: 90% standing/walking, 10% sitting. 10% outdoors, 90% indoors to include cleanroom. Able to lift, push, pull 50-70lbs. 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: Benefits of working at Microchip The hourly pay range for this position, which could be performed in Colorado, is $29-55/hr.* *Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience. Application window will remain open until qualified candidates have been identified. Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the EEO is the Law Poster and the EEO is the Law Poster Supplement. Please also refer to the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. At Microchip, employees are our greatest strength. As one of the top performing semiconductor companies in the world, we are led by a set of guiding values and a mission to become the very best embedded control solutions company ever. We work tirelessly to create a company culture that highlights how important every employee is to our mission. Microchip Recruitment Privacy Notice