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Sr. Equipment Maintenance Technician

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Santa Clara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026
Schedule: Compressed work week (Sun–Tue every other Wed, 5:30 AM–6:00 PM)

Pay: $35–$50/hr (based on experience)

Summary

Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing wafer fabrication and facility equipment. Supports production by performing diagnostics, rebuilding equipment, and recommending maintenance strategies and process improvements. Works independently on complex issues and may lead or train other technicians.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair wafer fab equipment with minimal supervision
  • Perform diagnostics using test equipment
  • Rebuild and modify equipment to improve performance
  • Develop and recommend preventive maintenance (PM) procedures
  • Analyze process data and suggest operational improvements
  • Train peers and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards
  • Coordinate with engineers and external contractors
  • May lead or supervise technicians on projects

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma (or equivalent) 6 years of relevant experience
  • Experience with vacuum systems, lithography tools, wet benches, or measurement equipment
  • Strong troubleshooting and repair skills in manufacturing equipment
  • Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
  • Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work independently
  • Ability to follow technical instructions and learn quickly
  • Knowledge of WIP management principles
  • Ability to work with hazardous materials (training provided)

Preferred:

  • Associate’s degree or higher
  • Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC)
  • Prior leadership or supervisory experience

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

  • Cleanroom environment with required protective gear
  • Frequent standing, walking, and lifting (up to 25 lbs)
  • Exposure to noise, electrical systems, gases, and hazardous chemicals

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Salary : $35 - $50

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