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  • Sugar Land, TX
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MOCVD Technician 
Automation Personnel Services is seeking a MOCVD Technician for a company based in Sugar Land, Texas. The MOCVD Technician is responsible for the operation of MOCVD systems used for the epitaxial growth of compound semiconductor wafers. This role involves wafer handling, inspection, and participation in equipment maintenance activities, requiring strong attention to detail and teamwork in a clean-room environment.
 
Pay Rate
$20.00 an hour
 
Schedule and Hours
Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm 
 
MOCVD Technician Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Perform MOCVD growth and related processes under the guidance of the engineering team, including initiation of growth recipes, loading and unloading of wafers, and monitoring reactor status.
• Conduct wafer inspections using microscopes, PL, XRD, ECV, nSpec, and other tools.
• Perform daily equipment check, record data, update databases, and maintain run logs.
• Assist engineers with MOCVD equipment maintenance and repair, including handling hazardous gases and chemicals
• Follow SOPs, safety procedures, and clean-room protocols.
 
 
MOCVD Technician Qualifications and Requirements
• Associate degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related technical field with relevant experience is required
• A Bachelor’s degree in one of these fields is preferred.
• Experience in semiconductor related technical field is preferred.
• Experience in materials characterization techniques is a plus.
• Basic computer operation, including use of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work independently.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and a quick learner able to follow instructions with minimal supervision.
•  Hands-on skills including fragile wafer handling using tweezers, vacuum tools, and precision instruments.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (10+ hrs. daily) in the clean-room.
• Ability to lift and carry loads 40 lbs or more.
• Ability to work safely in hazardous environment using PPE (personal protective equipment) after required training.
 
Job Type
Full-time, Temporary to Hire

Benefits 
  • Weekly Pay
  • Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
  • 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
  • 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at 713.730.7447 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at: 

Automation Personnel Services Houston West Branch
9630 Westheimer Rd
Suite 700
Houston, TX 77063

Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:
  • 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
  • Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
  • Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
  • Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
  • Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
  • Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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