What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Pipe Fitter position at Polar Semiconductor?
Job Title
Facilities Pipe Fitter – 1st Shift
Location: Bloomington, MN | On-Site
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
About The Role
We are seeking a skilled Facilities Pipe Fitter to support the reliability and performance of our manufacturing facilities. In this role, you’ll maintain and install critical piping systems that enable uninterrupted semiconductor operations. Your work will directly impact equipment uptime, safety, and overall manufacturing efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Required
At Polar Semiconductor, we’re on a mission to fulfill our future as the U.S.-based manufacturing partner of choice for differentiated power and sensor technologies. With a $525M investment from the CHIPS Act, the state of Minnesota, and private equity, we are transforming from a captive fab into a pure-play foundry.
We are doubling our manufacturing capacity and investing in advanced BCD and Wide Bandgap technologies such as GaN. Polar has a long history of producing automotive-grade semiconductors and is expanding into strategic markets including national defense and AI data centers. We pride ourselves on state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to helping our customers succeed.
Salary: $32 – $58 hourly (good-faith estimate)
Benefits & Other Eligible Compensation: Includes health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, annual bonus, and tuition reimbursement.
Polar Semiconductor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
About The Minneapolis–St. Paul Area
Our offices and manufacturing facility are located in Bloomington, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis. Living in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul area offers a strong sense of community, a vibrant arts and music scene, and abundant outdoor activities year-round. The region features a lower cost of living than many major metropolitan areas, excellent parks and lakes, and a highly educated workforce with diverse job opportunities.
Facilities Pipe Fitter – 1st Shift
Location: Bloomington, MN | On-Site
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
About The Role
We are seeking a skilled Facilities Pipe Fitter to support the reliability and performance of our manufacturing facilities. In this role, you’ll maintain and install critical piping systems that enable uninterrupted semiconductor operations. Your work will directly impact equipment uptime, safety, and overall manufacturing efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, and repair facility piping systems including high-purity gas, water, and waste lines.
- Respond to maintenance and repair requests to ensure uninterrupted operation of distribution systems.
- Perform piping installations for new production and non-production equipment.
- Troubleshoot and repair installed equipment using manuals, technical expertise, and collaboration with other technicians.
- Provide on-site direction and technical guidance to contract pipefitter foremen.
- Support manufacturing engineers by contributing to specifications for piping system installation and maintenance.
- Develop material take-offs and place, track, and manage orders for piping projects.
- Support company initiatives related to quality, safety, environmental management, CQI, 5S, yield improvement, and cost containment.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support facility operations.
Required
- Journeyman Pipe Fitter status with a minimum of four years of semiconductor-related experience.
- Strong knowledge of piping codes and industry best practices for semiconductor facilities.
- Hands-on experience with piping installation, system maintenance, component replacement, and troubleshooting.
- Ability to read, write, and perform basic technical calculations.
- Basic working knowledge of NetVision preventive maintenance systems.
- Knowledge of hazardous waste management and respiratory protection requirements.
- Ability to climb ladders, lift up to 60 lbs., and work at heights up to 20 feet.
- Experience working in high-voltage, hazardous chemical, or pressurized piping environments.
At Polar Semiconductor, we’re on a mission to fulfill our future as the U.S.-based manufacturing partner of choice for differentiated power and sensor technologies. With a $525M investment from the CHIPS Act, the state of Minnesota, and private equity, we are transforming from a captive fab into a pure-play foundry.
We are doubling our manufacturing capacity and investing in advanced BCD and Wide Bandgap technologies such as GaN. Polar has a long history of producing automotive-grade semiconductors and is expanding into strategic markets including national defense and AI data centers. We pride ourselves on state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to helping our customers succeed.
- This position may require U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency status in the future depending on federal requirements
Salary: $32 – $58 hourly (good-faith estimate)
Benefits & Other Eligible Compensation: Includes health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, annual bonus, and tuition reimbursement.
Polar Semiconductor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
About The Minneapolis–St. Paul Area
Our offices and manufacturing facility are located in Bloomington, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis. Living in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul area offers a strong sense of community, a vibrant arts and music scene, and abundant outdoor activities year-round. The region features a lower cost of living than many major metropolitan areas, excellent parks and lakes, and a highly educated workforce with diverse job opportunities.
Salary : $32 - $58