TGMS and Control System Technician

Company: NY CREATES
Location: Albany
Posted on: April 23, 2025

Job Description:

About NY CREATES:

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

NY CREATES serves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow. NY CREATES also runs some of the most advanced facilities in the world, boasts more than 2,700 industry experts and faculty, and manages public and private investments of more than $20 billion - placing it at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization.




Job Description:

Job Description for TGMS and Control System Technician

JOB SUMMARY

Toxic Gas Monitoring System and Control System Technician duties will include the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and calibration of the site's toxic gas monitoring system as well as control systems like the FOUP Tracking System.

This position will initially receive training during the day shift position, 7:00 am - 4:00pm. The position could then be shifted to hours that allow duties to be performed while tool support is on-site. The shift may also be adjusted as business conditions dictate.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Ability to troubleshoot the toxic gas monitoring system (TGMS) components and be able to track and ship back such units or sensors to their associated manufacturer.
Assist with life safety testing of all tools connected to the TGMS.
Support shutdown activities as needed.
Support operational issues as needed, such as gas detector, GIB and Scrubber faults.
Position will assume a support role for the personnel that interface with the TGMS including ordering parts, inventories of supplies, training personnel and equipment preventive maintenance.
Provide support and maintenance for the site's FOUP Tracking system. Duties to include hardware and networking support for gateways, switches, computers and related equipment to maintain a functional FOUP Tracking system.
Provide backup technician support for control systems on-site.
Other reasonable duties as assigned.






Requirements:

Minimum Requirements for TGMS and Control System Technician

The position requires an associate's degree in technology, systems, engineering or related field or equivalent educational and professional experience and training in a highly technical environment plus a minimum of 2 years' experience in instrumentation and controls or electrical/mechanical maintenance. Candidates must be willing to work on morning or overnight shifts and be available for after-hours support calls.
Must have the ability to climb ladders and wear personal protective equipment.
Must work well independently and as part of a team; be a self-starter; possess good time management and project management skills; have the ability to set priorities for multiple tasks.
Computer proficient in Microsoft products; possess good written and oral communication skills and outstanding interpersonal skills.
Have the ability to process new information and formulate a written systematic plan for development and implementation.

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Prior industrial networking, gas monitoring maintenance or semiconductor tool maintenance experience.
Programmable logic controller system maintenance and troubleshooting.
Have the capability to maintain active Emergency Response Team (ERT) membership.

Don't meet every requirement? At NY CREATES we are dedicated to building a welcoming, diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are excited about working for NY CREATES but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit or a fit for another role at NY CREATES.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental
Competitive Pay and PTO
Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
Basic / Optional Life Insurance
Post-Retirement Health Insurance
Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
Optional employee contributed retirement account.

Location: 257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

Salary Range: $25- $35/ hr

*Posted salary rates are determined upon experience and education




Additional Information:

NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required.

For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies. The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion. Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations.

Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY. The Research Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply please call Human Resources at 518-437-8686.

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