Facilities Technician
Penang, MY
To complement our team, we are looking for a customer- and teamoriented individual for the business area Group Functions at the Penang site as a
Facilities Technician
For over 75 years, we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative. For a better and sustainable world.
We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X-ray and radio-frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer, more efficient and more sustainable production, mobility and communication.
In the Group Funtions, we support the market-oriented divisions with central services. We work together today on the solutions for tomorrow - in close cooperation with our customers and always with high quality standards.
What you will do:
- Operate, monitor, and maintain facilities systems: electrical, HVAC, compressed air, CDA (Clean Dry Air), process cooling water (PCW), chilled water, DI/UPW, vacuum, exhaust, nitrogen, and specialty gas systems.
- Conduct daily rounds, inspections, and preventive maintenance to ensure system reliability and compliance with specifications.
- Support troubleshooting and repair of critical utilities, minimizing downtime and ensuring safety.
- Assist in system start-up, testing & commissioning activities for utilities and facilities equipment.
- Collaborate with project teams and contractors during installation and qualification phases. Review as-built drawings, O&M manuals, and participate in punch-list verification.
What you bring:
- Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Facilities Engineering (or related field).
- Minimum 5 years of working in facilities/utilities maintenance, preferably in semiconductor, electronics manufacturing.
- Prior greenfield/start-up project experience is highly advantageous.
- Strong understanding of cleanroom requirements, HVAC, CDA, PCW, DI/RODI, vacuum, exhaust, and gas distribution systems.
- Familiarity with PLC, BMS, SCADA, and monitoring systems. Knowledge of preventive & predictive maintenance strategies. Safety-conscious with knowledge of EHS protocols and emergency response.
Why join us? Break new ground with us:
- Work on innovative solutions for global technical challenges
- Benefit from flexible working options and hybrid working
- Take part in Comet’s success through profit sharing
- Work with international colleagues and grow as a team
- Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities
- Access a wide range of benefits including allowances for meals, transport, tolls, mobile, and car loan interest
- Benefit from Flexi Benefits for health checks, dental and optical care, plus comprehensive medical insurance coverage
We are curious about you and look forward to receiving your complete online application and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
For this vacancy, we only consider direct applications. Submissions from recruitment agencies will not be considered.
Comet Technologies Malaysia Sdn Bhd
PMT 761 Persiaran Cassia Selatan 3
Taman Perindustrian Batu Kawan
14110 Bandar Cassia
Penang, Malaysia
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