Facilities Maintenance Technician
Polar Semiconductor · Bloomington, MN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 28 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Polar Semiconductor (industrial) in Bloomington, MN.
- They ask for
- 2+ years
- Tools it names
- 5S
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$83k.
Median of the low and high ends of 39 live postings that list pay, out of 1634 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 50 other live reliability postings in Minnesota.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 43%
- Welding 29%
- PLC 29%
- Automation 24%
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Stands out: this posting asks for 5S, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Polar Semiconductor in Bloomington
3 other open roles at this site.
- Process Engineer · Process
- Equipment Maintenance Technician · Reliability · Technician
- CMP/Backlap Area Equipment Engineer · Manufacturing
Full description from Polar SemiconductorAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Operate and maintain all plant systems according to engineering specification. Assist in developing strategies to improve the operation of the plant. Act as primary point of contact for Facilities maintenance issues and requests.
- ◆Act in a self-directed fashion to complete all PMs and work duties as assigned by the automated system and the Facilities Lead Technician.
- ◆Maintain piece part and operational inventories to ensure continuous operation of all physical plant systems.
- ◆Ensure that all preventative maintenance and safety related tasks are completed on time.
- ◆Assist in maintaining a clean and organized facility.
- ◆Support company initiatives, such as; quality, safety and environmental management, CQI, 5S, yield management, and cost containment.
- ◆Daily work in a waterplant area, frequently wearing chemical protective garments and personal protective equipment in performance of daily activities.
- ◆Frequent daily exposure to hazardous chemicals/materials, odors, and loud noises. Frequent work in all areas of the facility: cleanroom, penthouses, and dock locations with exposure to a wide temperature ranges.
- ◆Daily preventative maintenance activities on physical plant equipment, vacuum pumps air handlers, Clean Dry air compressors, exhaust fans, all plant support mechanics.
- ◆Perform other duties as required
Job
Requirements
- ✓Requires 2 years of vocational training and a minimum of 10 years on-the-job experience
- ✓Knowledge of ultrapure water treatment systems
- ✓General mechanical aptitude and systems troubleshooting skills
- ✓Knowledge of industrial waste discharge and hazardous waste management programs
- ✓Ability to lift up to 80lbs on a frequent basis
What We Offer
Salary: $30.00 – $51 hourly (good-faith estimate)
What We Offer
Salary: $29.50 – $42 hourly (good-faith estimate)
About Minneapolis/St. Paul Area
Our offices and manufacturing facility are located in Bloomington, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis. Living in the Minneapolis / Saint Paul area offers a strong sense of community, a vibrant arts and music scene, and abundant outdoor activities year-round. The city boasts a lower cost of living than many major metros, excellent parks and lakes, and a well-educated workforce with diverse job opportunities. Its distinct seasons bring variety, from colorful autumns to lively summers filled with festivals and waterfront activities.
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Summary
Perform repair and preventative maintenance procedures on all Facilities systems to include ultrapure water plant, pH plant, Compressed air systems, Chiller plant, Boiler plant and other HVAC systems. Support production by maintaining the equipment for optimal performance and minimal disruption.