Facilities Technician - Plant Operations

Life at Diodes

Join our organization and support our vision to inspire future technology through leading semiconductor solutions.

Diodes deliver advanced analog and power semiconductor solutions to the world’s leading technology companies, driving innovation, efficiency, and performance across high‐growth markets. Our teams collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, support and corporate functions in a fast‐paced, transparent culture guided by our core values:

Integrity Commitment Innovation.

We design reliable technology that improves the world—while prioritizing sustainability, safety, and employee well‐being.

We have an exciting opportunity within Diodes for a Facilities Technician/Plant Engineer at our South Portland, Maine wafer fabrication facility. This role is responsible for the uninterruptible operations of all mechanical and electrical systems associated with supporting a semiconductor manufacturing facility. This position will be the primary resource for covering scheduled time off requests for the 12-hour shift Plant Engineers, 7 AM -7 PM or 7 PM – 7 AM, which may include weekends and holidays. When not performing shift coverage, there is some flexibility with this position’s schedule, and the job activities would include maintenance activities related to the Facilities equipment operations and continuous commissioning to optimize facility systems. Candidates must be flexible when requested to work outside of normal schedule to cover vacations and call outs.

Location

South Portland

Compensation

Pay range $24 to $39/hr. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic considerations. Incentive compensation and benefits may also be available. Night shift provides a 15% shift differential on top of the base pay.

Benefits Summary

We offer a competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401k with company match, company paid Short-Term and Long-Term disability and standard life insurance policy. We also provide paid time off and have an employee wellness program.

About the Role

This position offers an excellent opportunity for applicants who possess systemic knowledge of the following systems: low-pressure steam boilers, air compressors, low vacuum, chilled water plant, process and tempered cooling water packages, make-up and recirculation air handlers, wastewater neutralization system, acid / caustic wet fume scrubbers, volatile organic compound incinerator, emergency generators, fire alarm, and solvent and acid waste collection systems. Responsibilities will include monitoring, inspecting, starting/stopping equipment, and adjusting operations of the site’s Facilities systems.

What You’ll Do

Within 30 days a successful candidate will be introduced to:

• Clean-room classifications and environmental control requirements.
• Building Management System.
• Preventative maintenance and work request systems.
• Environmental abatement systems operations: volatile organic compound incinerator, wet fume scrubbers, wastewater neutralization system.
• Key facility systems operations: centrifugal chillers, fire-tube boilers, cooling water, supply & exhaust fans.

At the end of 90 days the candidate will:

• Be able to perform all testing of manufacturing environmental controls: particles, air velocity, temperature, and humidity.
• Understand our Building Management System with ability to make adjustments as required and access historical operational data.
• Begin performing operational inspection rounds under the guidance of an experienced peer.

In the first 6 months the candidate will:

• Be cross trained in ultra-pure de-ionized water plant operations.
• Be proficient in all Facilities department preventive maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and identify system modifications as needed.
• Participate and support continuous commissioning/improvement projects.
• Have completed all certifications within assigned job training plan.
• Prepare technical reports and present engineering findings and recommendations to stakeholders and management.

Tools You’ll Use

• Building Management Systems (BMS) and maintenance management software
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Cleanroom environmental monitoring equipment
• Centrifugal chillers, boilers, and cooling water systems
• Air compressors, vacuum systems, and HVAC equipment
• Wastewater treatment and environmental abatement systems
• Emergency power generation and fire protection systems
• Ultra-pure water treatment systems and semiconductor facility infrastructure

Who You Are

• The ideal candidate has an Associates of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Technology with at least 5 years of directly related experience or Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Marine Engineering Operations / Technology preferred).
• Strong mechanical background.
• Possess systemic knowledge of the following systems: low-pressure steam boilers, air compressors, low vacuum, chilled water plant, process and tempered cooling water packages, make-up and recirculation air handlers, wastewater neutralization system, acid / caustic wet fume scrubbers, volatile organic compound incinerator, emergency generators, fire alarm, and solvent and acid waste collection systems. 
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and quality systems.
• Comfortably wearing the garments required for entry into the production cleanroom.
• Comfortable wearing personal protective equipment – full face respirator, acid/solvent gloves, aprons, gauntlets, safety glasses, steel toed boots, hearing protection, etc.
• Able to stand, walk, and work on your feet for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to climb ladders.
• Able to work in hot environments (e.g. boiler room).
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and make quick decisions.
• Willingness and discipline to follow procedures and specifications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with computer programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Work independently in a dynamic team environment. 
• Able to safely operate a forklift upon successful completion of required training and certification.

Diodes Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Diodes Incorporated (Nasdaq: DIOD), a Standard and Poor’sSmallCap 600 and Russell 3000 Index company, is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality application specific standard products within the broad discrete, logic, and analog semiconductor markets. Diodes serves the consumer electronics, computing, communications, industrial, and automotive markets.

We offer a competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401k with company match, company paid Short Term and Long-Term disability and standard life insurance policy. We also provide paid time off and have an employee wellness program.