Intern-Facilities Technician (Instrumentation)
Microchip Technology Inc, Gresham, OR, United States
Job Description
Microchip is hiring a Facilities Instrumentation Technician Intern at our Fab 4 facility in Gresham, Oregon.
This is a paid internship. Microchip will cover the cost of tuition, required books, and most fees for interns currently enrolled in an Industrial Maintenance Technology AAS program at Clackamas Community College or other designated institutions. Other relevant programs may also be considered. Interns are required to work no fewer than 24 hours per week. Their work schedule will accommodate their class schedule for courses required to complete the AAS degree program.
Interns will work under general supervision of experienced technicians and engineers, learning to assist in maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting facility instrumentation systems that support manufacturing operations.
If work performance is successful, the intern will be eligible for a full‑time position as a Technician II‑Facilities upon completion of the AAS program. Offers of full‑time employment are also contingent on Fab 4 business need.
Responsibilities
Assist in the operation, calibration, and maintenance of facility instrumentation, including pressure, flow, temperature, level, analytical, and gas detection equipment.
Support troubleshooting efforts for instrumentation, control loops, and communication issues.
Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance tasks, and functional checks to maintain equipment accuracy and reliability.
Assist in configuration, testing, and verification of instrumentation connected to PLCs, SCADA, and facility monitoring systems.
Support installation, documentation, and commissioning of new instrumentation as required.
Collaborate with technicians and engineers to implement improvements in reliability, monitoring, and system performance.
Maintain accurate records of calibrations, work orders, instrument performance data, and system documentation.
Support a "self‑perform" culture with reduced reliance on external contractors.
Adhere to safety protocols, ensuring compliance with electrical, chemical, and semiconductor facility requirements.
Required Qualifications
Currently enrolled in the Industrial Maintenance Technology AAS program at Clackamas Community College or other designated institutions. Other relevant programs may be considered.
Strong interest in instrumentation, automation, and equipment maintenance within an industrial or semiconductor environment.
Basic understanding of industrial sensors, control systems, and instrumentation principles.
Excellent organizational, time management, and stress‑management skills.
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Professional, respectful team player with strong accountability and initiative.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions and procedures.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in using computer software for data entry, documentation, and basic analysis.
Preferred Qualifications
Hands‑on experience with instrumentation, controls, or automation through coursework, internships, or technical projects.
Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA systems, P&IDs, and industrial control loop fundamentals.
Exposure to semiconductor manufacturing or other high‑reliability industrial environments.
Critical Physical Requirements
Able to lift, push, or pull approximately 50 lbs; carry 50 lbs; sit 20%; stand 40%; walk 40%.
Must be able to perform activities that include climbing, bending at the waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, crawling, handling, feeling, hearing, talking, and seeing.
Work environment may include slippery surfaces, vibration, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, fumes, or odors.
Must have manual dexterity, hearing, and visual acuity (color distinction, peripheral vision, and depth perception).
Physical Attributes
Bending at Waist, Carrying, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Dust or gases, Electrical Hazards, Feeling, Fumes or Odors, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Mechanical Hazards, Noise and/or vibration, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Slippery surfaces, Stooping, Talking, Wet and/or Humid
Pay Range
The hourly pay range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $18.00–$20.00 hourly. (Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills, and experience.)
Equal Employment Opportunity
Microchip Technology Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Microchip is hiring a Facilities Instrumentation Technician Intern at our Fab 4 facility in Gresham, Oregon.
This is a paid internship. Microchip will cover the cost of tuition, required books, and most fees for interns currently enrolled in an Industrial Maintenance Technology AAS program at Clackamas Community College or other designated institutions. Other relevant programs may also be considered. Interns are required to work no fewer than 24 hours per week. Their work schedule will accommodate their class schedule for courses required to complete the AAS degree program.
Interns will work under general supervision of experienced technicians and engineers, learning to assist in maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting facility instrumentation systems that support manufacturing operations.
If work performance is successful, the intern will be eligible for a full‑time position as a Technician II‑Facilities upon completion of the AAS program. Offers of full‑time employment are also contingent on Fab 4 business need.
Responsibilities
Assist in the operation, calibration, and maintenance of facility instrumentation, including pressure, flow, temperature, level, analytical, and gas detection equipment.
Support troubleshooting efforts for instrumentation, control loops, and communication issues.
Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance tasks, and functional checks to maintain equipment accuracy and reliability.
Assist in configuration, testing, and verification of instrumentation connected to PLCs, SCADA, and facility monitoring systems.
Support installation, documentation, and commissioning of new instrumentation as required.
Collaborate with technicians and engineers to implement improvements in reliability, monitoring, and system performance.
Maintain accurate records of calibrations, work orders, instrument performance data, and system documentation.
Support a "self‑perform" culture with reduced reliance on external contractors.
Adhere to safety protocols, ensuring compliance with electrical, chemical, and semiconductor facility requirements.
Required Qualifications
Currently enrolled in the Industrial Maintenance Technology AAS program at Clackamas Community College or other designated institutions. Other relevant programs may be considered.
Strong interest in instrumentation, automation, and equipment maintenance within an industrial or semiconductor environment.
Basic understanding of industrial sensors, control systems, and instrumentation principles.
Excellent organizational, time management, and stress‑management skills.
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Professional, respectful team player with strong accountability and initiative.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions and procedures.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in using computer software for data entry, documentation, and basic analysis.
Preferred Qualifications
Hands‑on experience with instrumentation, controls, or automation through coursework, internships, or technical projects.
Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA systems, P&IDs, and industrial control loop fundamentals.
Exposure to semiconductor manufacturing or other high‑reliability industrial environments.
Critical Physical Requirements
Able to lift, push, or pull approximately 50 lbs; carry 50 lbs; sit 20%; stand 40%; walk 40%.
Must be able to perform activities that include climbing, bending at the waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, crawling, handling, feeling, hearing, talking, and seeing.
Work environment may include slippery surfaces, vibration, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, fumes, or odors.
Must have manual dexterity, hearing, and visual acuity (color distinction, peripheral vision, and depth perception).
Physical Attributes
Bending at Waist, Carrying, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Dust or gases, Electrical Hazards, Feeling, Fumes or Odors, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Mechanical Hazards, Noise and/or vibration, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Slippery surfaces, Stooping, Talking, Wet and/or Humid
Pay Range
The hourly pay range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $18.00–$20.00 hourly. (Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills, and experience.)
Equal Employment Opportunity
Microchip Technology Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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