Gases Technician

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Job Description:

The Role

Intel Foundry is seeking a skilled Gases Technician to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of gas delivery systems that enable advanced semiconductor manufacturing. In this role, you will operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and continuously improve critical gas distribution infrastructure that directly impacts manufacturing performance, product quality, and operational reliability.

As a member of the Facilities team, you will partner with engineers, manufacturing teams, suppliers, and fellow technicians to ensure uninterrupted delivery of high-purity gases while maintaining Intel's world-class standards for safety, quality, and environmental stewardship.

What You'll Do

• Operations & Maintenance
• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot gas delivery systems supporting high-volume semiconductor manufacturing.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on gas distribution equipment and associated facility systems.
• Conduct inspections, repairs, equipment changeovers, and system restorations while ensuring compliance with established procedures.
• Coordinate gas deliveries, vendor activities, and operational transitions to maintain uninterrupted manufacturing support.
• Monitoring & Troubleshooting
• Monitor SCADA/Cimplicity and related control systems to evaluate alarms, trends, and system performance.
• Diagnose equipment and process issues using operational data, analytical instrumentation, and technical expertise.
• Respond to equipment alarms and abnormal operating conditions, minimizing manufacturing impacts and restoring safe operations.
• Lead structured troubleshooting and root-cause analysis efforts to resolve recurring reliability, process, and gas-quality issues.
• Quality & Continuous Improvement
• Perform gas sampling and analytical testing while maintaining contamination control and sample integrity requirements.
• Support semiconductor purity standards through knowledge of gas compatibility, materials of construction, and process controls.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities that enhance reliability, reduce operational risk, and prevent future failures.
• Review performance trends and equipment history to proactively address emerging issues before they affect manufacturing.
• Documentation & Collaboration
• Maintain accurate maintenance, operational, sampling, and shift-turnover records.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems and digital tools to document work and track asset performance.
• Support the development and revision of operating procedures, job plans, risk assessments, and change-control documentation.
• Share technical knowledge and assist with training and qualification of technicians.
• Job Requirements
• Candidates must be able to: Work a compressed 12-hour night-shift schedule, rotating between three and four days per week.
• Work in cleanroom and industrial environments while wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Lift and carry up to 30 pounds and move heavier materials using approved handling equipment.
• Walk several miles per shift and work in physically demanding environments.
• Support weekend, holiday, overtime, and on-call operational requirements as needed.
• Work at heights, climb ladders, and operate powered industrial equipment after certification.

What Makes You Successful

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

An unwavering commitment to safety and quality.

Strong mechanical and technical troubleshooting skills.

Sound judgment in dynamic operational environments.

The ability to communicate effectively across technicians, engineers, suppliers, and manufacturing stakeholders.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

A continuous improvement mindset focused on reliability, efficiency, and operational excellence.

The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications listed below to be considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are additional criteria that may be used to identify the most qualified candidates.
• This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates must possess one of the following: Highschool diploma or equivalent and 6+ years of relevant technical experience.
• -or- Associate degree in a technical discipline with 3+ years of technical experience; -or- Relevant military training and technical experience.
• Experience supporting hazardous production materials (HPM), bulk gas systems, industrial controls, or semiconductor manufacturing facilities.
• Experience in high-purity process environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in gas delivery systems, semiconductor facilities, industrial maintenance, or related technical operations.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in a technical field and 4 + years of technical experience.
• Proven ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and drive operational improvements.
• Why Intel Foundry
• At Intel Foundry, you'll help support the infrastructure behind some of the world's most advanced semiconductor manufacturing technologies. You'll be part of a highly skilled team responsible for enabling innovation through operational excellence, technical expertise, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a direct impact on Intel's next generation of technology and manufacturing capabilities
• Job Type: Experienced Hire
• Shift: Shift 5 (United States of America)
• Primary Location: US, Arizona, Phoenix

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Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

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