[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Western Digital jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Western Digital · Fremont, CA # Wafer Equipment Maintenance Technician Fremont, CA, United States Full-time $69,200.00-92,200.00 Skilled Trades & Maintenance Listed on Western Digital’s official careers site. Posted August 12, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Western Digital’s careers site →](https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/WesternDigital/744000143149519-wafer-equipment-maintenance-technician-) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Western Digital](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/) / Wafer Equipment Maintenance Technician ## Job description ### Location WD – Fremont, CA. ### Schedule 12-hour AWS Shift (includes weekends and overtime as required) ### Environment Class 100 Cleanroom ### Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and motivated Equipment Maintenance Technician to support and maintain production tools in our wafer manufacturing line. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced cleanroom environment, demonstrates initiative, and works effectively both independently and as part of a team. ### Key Responsibilities Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on wafer fabrication tools using established procedures and on-the-job training (OJT). Accurately document all maintenance activities in tool logbooks and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System). Troubleshoot and repair equipment to identify root causes and ensure long-term reliability. Support Tool Owners and Equipment Engineers in improving tool performance and uptime. Maintain comprehensive records, including PM checklists, part usage, and maintenance history. Continuously develop technical skills and certifications through formal and informal training. Follow all cleanroom and safety protocols while maintaining high standards of workmanship. ## Qualifications ### Required Strong electro-mechanical aptitude and hands-on maintenance skills. Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills. Reliable, punctual, and committed to high-quality work. Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and stand for extended periods (12-hour shifts). Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and flexible schedules as needed. ### Preferred Experience with semiconductor wafer fab equipment (Photo, Thin Films, Plating, Etch, CMP). (Bonus) - Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings. (Bonus) - Knowledge of control systems and PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers). (Bonus) - Familiarity with failure analysis, root cause determination, and repair documentation. Experience using DVMs (Digital Voltmeters) and standard mechanical hand tools. Key Skills and Attributes Entry-level experience in equipment maintenance or related field. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. Understanding of electrical safety and operational theory. Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to work with minimal supervision. Collaborative mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement. ### Salary Range $69,200.00-92,200.00 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Aug 12, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 99 days - Location: Fremont, CA, United States - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $69,200.00-92,200.00[Apply on Western Digital’s careers site →](https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/WesternDigital/744000143149519-wafer-equipment-maintenance-technician-) ## More jobs at Western Digital ### [Senior Manager - Strategic Sourcing - MRO (Maintenance, Repair, Operations)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/78e73aa02afa0bc099a9/) Fremont, CA, United States ### [Technician 3, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/28e7474932b582acbeb1/) Fremont, CA, United States ### [Technician 4, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/ce2671eec01ba430b4b6/) Fremont, CA, United States ### [Fall 2026 PhD Intern - Hardware Development Engineering](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/427efa4f2b34ab01f658/) Fremont, CA, United States ### [Probe Process Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/f83151ba7e892f172356/) Fremont, CA, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Intern - Equipment Maintenance Technician](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/0bbdc32a0b98b0f6a491/) General Dynamics · Cullman, AL, US ### [Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sanmina-sci/jobs/9e00337c6dfcf0038c07/) Sanmina-SCI · Turtle Lake, WI, US ### [Print Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician - 3rd shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/infineon-technologies/jobs/3f2be0c7c58a44c080c1/) Infineon Technologies · Morgan Hill, CA ### [CMP/Plating/Wafer Bond Equipment Maintenance Technician (Night Shift)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/broadcom/jobs/b4f4bd5204804ac8c841/) Broadcom · Fort Collins, Colorado, USA ### [Equipment Maintenance Technician - Mid Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/8074b48159373a15d537/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Mount Prospect, Illinois, United States of America OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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