Semiconductor Processing Technicians
SOC Code: 51-9141 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Perform any or all of the following functions in the manufacture of electronic semiconductors: load semiconductor material into furnace; saw formed ingots into segments; load individual segment into crystal growing chamber and monitor controls; locate crystal axis in ingot using x-ray equipment and saw ingots into wafers; and clean, polish, and load wafers into series of special purpose furnaces, chemical baths, and equipment used to form circuitry and change conductive properties.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Semiconductor Processing Technicians. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $53,477 | $64,501 | $75,546 | $86,570 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ | $53,477 | $64,501 | $75,546 | $86,570 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas, AZ | $53,165 | $64,251 | $75,338 | $86,424 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $53,165 | $64,251 | $75,338 | $86,424 |
| Arizona nonmetropolitan area | $53,186 | $64,272 | $75,338 | $86,424 |
| Tucson, AZ | $53,186 | $64,272 | $75,338 | $86,424 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ | $53,165 | $64,251 | $75,338 | $86,424 |
| Yuma, AZ | $53,186 | $64,272 | $75,338 | $86,424 |
| Lansing-East Lansing, MI | $43,118 | $54,122 | $65,146 | $76,149 |
| Albany, OR | $51,147 | $58,614 | $66,102 | $73,570 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 3.6 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.4 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.4 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.2 | |
| Active Listening | 3.2 | |
| Monitoring | 3.2 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 2.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.9 | |
| Coordination | 2.9 | |
| Operation and Control | 2.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Production and Processing | 3.9 |
| English Language | 3.8 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.4 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.4 |
| Education and Training | 3.3 |
| Chemistry | 3.2 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.0 |
| Mathematics | 2.9 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 83.8% |
| Less than high school | 11.7% |
| Associate's degree | 2.3% |
| Some college | 1.3% |
Typical Tasks
- Manipulate valves, switches, and buttons, or key commands into control panels to start semiconductor processing cycles.
- Maintain processing, production, and inspection information and reports.
- Inspect materials, components, or products for surface defects and measure circuitry, using electronic test equipment, precision measuring instruments, microscope, and standard procedures.
- Clean semiconductor wafers using cleaning equipment, such as chemical baths, automatic wafer cleaners, or blow-off wands.
- Study work orders, instructions, formulas, and processing charts to determine specifications and sequence of operations.
- Load and unload equipment chambers and transport finished product to storage or to area for further processing.
- Clean and maintain equipment, including replacing etching and rinsing solutions and cleaning bath containers and work area.
- Place semiconductor wafers in processing containers or equipment holders, using vacuum wand or tweezers.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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