Job Description

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry that offers a unique blend of design, development, and manufacturing services to some of the world's most innovative technology companies. With a global manufacturing presence across three continents, GlobalFoundries enables technologies and systems that revolutionize industries and empower customers to lead their markets. Learn more at

Role Summary

GlobalFoundries is seeking a talented and driven Repair Technician to join the Electronics Repair Center (ERC) at our Essex Junction, Vermont facility (Fab9). This role involves the repair of a wide range of electronic systems including PCBs, controllers, robots, electro-mechanical assemblies, power supplies, RF generators, and industrial computers. The ERC directly supports semiconductor manufacturing operations at Fab9.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and testing various electronics and is expected to help establish and document standard procedures within their areas of responsibility. A strong foundation in analog and digital electronics, component-level troubleshooting, and repair techniques is essential. This role follows an E-Shift schedule (Monday-Friday) but may require flexibility to support 24x7 operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Expert-level troubleshooting and repair of electronics with or without schematics or documentation.
• Proficient use of diagnostic tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, OEM software, and soldering equipment for both through-hole and surface mount components.
• Perform component-level diagnostics and repairs.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and communicate clearly in both written and verbal formats.
• Research and analyze technical data to support repairs and testing of equipment, assemblies, and sub-assemblies.
• Create standardized repair procedures and job documentation for consistent quality and training purposes.
• Work closely with team members, customers, and engineering staff to resolve complex equipment issues.
• Embrace a collaborative and mentorship-oriented team environment.
• Identify and act on opportunities for high-impact repairs and cost savings.
• Provide timely, high-quality repairs for critical tool downs in the Fab.
• Ensure all work complies with Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) protocols.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to all EHS&S policies and programs.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent military/trade experience.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in electronics repair.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; works well in a close-knit team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 40 pounds, with regular bending and twisting.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Hands-on experience with component-level electronics repair.
• Familiarity with repairing PCBs, controllers, robots, and power supplies at the component level.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a collaborative, globally distributed team.

Expected Salary Range

$46,400.00 - $80,100.00 The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law.

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Job Tags

Work at office, Local area, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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