Electrical Operations Shift Technician

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Position Summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is looking for an Electrical Operations Shift Technician who will be responsible for isolating and switching power equipment, terminating wiring, and completing maintenance work orders for buildings and equipment while ensuring adherence to applicable codes, corporate standards, and safety regulations. The technician will also manage access permits, supervise contractor activities in electrical rooms, and assist maintenance and commissioning teams with inspections, testing, and troubleshooting tasks.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Execute planned and unplanned equipment isolation by completing Electrical Device Operation Requests (EDOR) and performing complex switching to transfer loads between power sources.

• Terminate and re-terminate infrastructure wiring to support other departments (e.g., motor maintenance) in accordance with engineering standards.

• Fulfill operations scope work orders for building and equipment maintenance throughout the facility.

• Perform minor repair work orders to ensure compliance with local codes, corporate standards, and safety regulations.

• Manage Infra Electrical Department access by issuing escorted access permits and conducting routine patrols to spot abnormalities or unexpected conditions.

• Oversee contractor and Samsung activities in Electrical Rooms, verifying safe execution and proper documentation.

• Assist Maintenance and Commissioning teams with inspections, functional testing, and troubleshooting as needed.

• Work hours: D Shift – Wednesday through Friday (6:45pm – 7:15am) with alternating Saturdays.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

• ≥ 3  years of licensed electrical experience in industrial or large commercial environments (maintenance, operations, QA/QC, or construction).

• Proficiency reading technical documentation – one line diagrams, electrical schematics, relay logic diagrams, wiring drawings, and construction plans.

• Hands on experience with electrical test equipment such as multimeters, meg ohmmeters, power quality analyzers, etc.

• Strong knowledge of electrical safety practices (LOTO, arc flash protection, NFPA 70E, safe switching in mission critical settings).

• Comfort with core Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and a willingness to learn new software platforms.

• Preferred: Texas Journeyman Electrician license.

The current base salary range for this role is between $20.50 - $33.00/hour. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting

• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities

• Paid maternity and paternity leave

• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays

• Wellness incentives and MORE
   

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance
This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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