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Equipment Maintenance Technician Intern (Bulk Chemical)

Microchip is hiring an Equipment Maintenance Technician Intern (Bulk Chemical) at our Fab 4 facility in Gresham, Oregon. This is a paid internship, and Microchip will cover the cost of tuition, required books and most fees for interns currently enrolled in the Industrial Maintenance Technology two-year technical degree program at Clackamas Community College or other designated educational institution. Other relevant programs may be considered. Interns will learn semiconductor equipment maintenance, and assuming successful work performance, they will be eligible for a full-time position as an Equipment Technician II upon completion of the AAS program. Offers of full-time employment are also contingent on Fab 4 business need. Interns are required to work no fewer than 24 hours per week. Their work schedule will accommodate their class schedule for courses required to complete the AAS degree program. This is an exceptional opportunity to earn a valuable technical credential with minimal student loan debt, and to move directly into a professional position.

Under general supervision of experienced technicians and engineers, interns will learn to:

• Work safely and directly with hazardous chemicals and gases, and electrical and mechanical systems after completion of safety and environmental training.
• Read and navigate schematics, hand and power tools and common test equipment for calibration, diagnosis and repair of equipment.
• Disassemble, adjust and repair equipment according to maintenance specifications and OEM manuals.
• Utilize diagnostic equipment to monitor equipment performance, to diagnose root causes, and to make reliability improvement recommendations.
• Apply mechanical and equipment knowledge in a wide variety of electrical, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Present issues and solutions to the group. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Be a self-starter who can plan effectively, re-prioritize and ask for help when needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in the Industrial Maintenance Technology two-year AAS program at Clackamas Community College or other designated educational institution.
• Ability to work at two 12-hour shifts in fast paced cleanroom environment during the school year
• Ability to apply theoretical/textbook concepts in practical, real-world applications.
• Creative thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Competence in MS Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong organization, documentation, and writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work full time 12-hour Compressed Work Week (CWW) shifts during summer.
• Familiarity with Unix and Linux.

Critical Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift, push, pull approx. 50 lbs; carry 50 lbs; sit 5%; stand 60%; walk 35%; must be able to perform activities that include climbing, bending at waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, crawling, handling, feeling, hearing, talking, seeing. Work environment could include slippery surfaces, noise or vibrations, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, fumes or odors, dust or gases.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to travel infrequently for training purposes.

This is a Safety Sensitive position.

This position is not eligible for Microchip immigration sponsorship.

The hourly pay range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $18.00-$20.00 hourly.* Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

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 Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.

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