Equipment Maintenance Technician

Equipment Maintenance Technician III

3-month contract with potential to extend or convert

Pay Rate: $30/hour

Location: San Jose, CA

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM PST

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and reliable Equipment Technician to support operations in a clean-room environment.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical and electro-mechanical proficiency, hands-on experience assembling tooling and testers, and a proven track record of reliability and longevity in previous roles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform complex troubleshooting and root-cause analysis on down equipment efficiently and accurately.
• Conduct both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment.
• Recommend and implement solutions for recurring problems or equipment deficiencies.
• Complete preventative maintenance activities in accordance with PM specifications and safety procedures.
• Thoroughly and accurately document corrective actions, repairs, and maintenance performed.
• Support assignments ranging from routine to highly complex, requiring sound judgment and analytical skills.
• Assist with production tasks when needed.
• Maintain continuous skill development through formal training and hands-on problem solving.
• Clean-room experience is highly preferred.
• Candidates should demonstrate consistent work history and reliability.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of mechanical, electro-mechanical, hardware, and software within a development technician environment
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Ability to interpret operating, safety, and maintenance documents
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Technical understanding of Hard Disk Drives and their components
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal abilities to build trust and rapport at all organizational levels
• Self-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks, and comfortable working collaboratively in a team environment

Additional Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum AA degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• OR Certificate from a vocational or trade school in computer technology, computer hardware/software maintenance, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 6+ years of recent experience supporting and repairing assembly or test equipment
• Advanced skills in Microsoft OS, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Good manual dexterity for assembling, adjusting, or repairing fine mechanical or electronic parts and using basic hand tools

Preferred:

• Previous experience with Hard Disk Drive clean-room tooling and test equipment
• Electrical, mechanical, and software troubleshooting experience, with emphasis on software log analysis