Associate Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship (Nights)

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world's most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com .

Technician Apprentice Program

Get Paid to Learn. Earn College Credits. Launch a High-Tech Career.

Summary of Role

What if your next job paid you to attend college while building a long-term career?

At GlobalFoundries, you can earn a paycheck, gain hands-on technical experience, and complete college coursework, all while building a career in one of the world's most advanced manufacturing industries.

We're looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working with technology, solving problems, and learning new skills. No semiconductor experience is required, just a strong work ethic, curiosity, and a desire to grow.

Whether you're graduating high school, completing a technical center program, changing careers, or looking for an alternative to a traditional college path, this program can help you jump-start your future.

Why Join the Technician Apprentice Program?

- Get paid while you learn
- Tuition and program costs fully covered by GlobalFoundries
- Pay increases up to three times per year as you progress through the program
- Earn approximately 23 college credits toward an Associate Degree in General Engineering
- Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment
- Receive mentorship and coaching from experienced technicians
- Build a long-term career with clear advancement opportunities
- Continue your education through GlobalFoundries' Tuition Reimbursement Program

What You'll Do

As a Technician Apprentice, you'll learn how to maintain and troubleshoot the advanced equipment used to manufacture semiconductor chips that power everything from smartphones and vehicles to medical devices and communications technology.

Key Responsibilities

- Learn semiconductor equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Perform preventive and first-call maintenance activities
- Complete technical coursework through Vermont State University
- Work alongside skilled technicians and engineers
- Follow quality, safety, and operational procedures
- Support continuous improvement and equipment reliability initiatives

Work Schedule

One of the biggest benefits of working at GlobalFoundries is our compressed work schedule, which provides full-time pay and benefits while offering more days off than a traditional Monday-Friday job.

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Night Shift

7:00 PM - 7:30 AM

Employees work a compressed 12-hour schedule that provides multiple days off throughout the month. Many employees appreciate having weekdays available for appointments, family commitments, schoolwork, or simply more time to enjoy life outside of work.

What We're Looking For

Preferred Qualifications

- Mechanical or technical aptitude
- Interest in manufacturing, engineering, robotics, electronics, automotive, or related technical fields
- Strong attention to detail
- Dependable work ethic
- Ability to follow procedures and learn new technical skills

Required Qualifications

- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent technical education
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Ability to work a 12-hour shift schedule
- Ability to work in a semiconductor cleanroom environment
- Ability to wear all required cleanroom protective clothing and equipment throughout a shift (excluding breaks)
- Ability to stand for the majority of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)
- Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds periodically throughout the shift
- Travel requirement: 0-5%

Safety & Environmental Responsibility

All employees are expected to:

- Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner
- Support all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security (EHSS) requirements and programs
- Follow established company policies and procedures

Benefits & Perks

GlobalFoundries offers a competitive benefits package, including:

- Paid time off and company holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Quarterly performance bonus
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Career development and tuition reimbursement programs
- Relocation assistance for eligible candidates

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

An offer of employment with GlobalFoundries is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

Build Your Future with GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries employees help create the semiconductor technologies that power communications, automotive systems, industrial applications, and connected devices around the world.

Don't just go to school. Don't just get a job.

Get paid to learn, earn college credits, and build a career with GlobalFoundries.

Apply today and start building your future.

Expected Salary Range
$36,200.00 - $59,200.00

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 [email protected] 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