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How to become semiconductor processing technicianseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter

United States Manufacturing & Repair Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay
$51,430
25th–75th pct. $45,640–$65,010
Top pay (est.)
$107,300
Top 10% $82,540
Pay in 5 years
$60,200est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$70,500est.
$60,700–$81,900
Outlook score
57/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
50%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
+8.2%
3,400 openings / yr

How to become semiconductor processing technicians

Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training

A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.

Skills, education and requirements for Semiconductor Processing Technicians

Key skills

Operations Monitoring
3.5
Quality Control Analysis
3.4
Reading Comprehension
3.4
Monitoring
3.0
Operation and Control
2.9
Active Listening
2.9
Equipment Maintenance
2.9
Judgment and Decision Making
2.9

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

English Language
3.9
Computers and Electronics
3.8
Production and Processing
3.7
Education and Training
3.4
Chemistry
3.1
Mathematics
2.9
Customer and Personal Service
2.5
Administration and Management
2.4

What the work involves

Handling and Moving ObjectsControlling Machines and ProcessesUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsIdentifying Objects, Actions, and EventsMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsInspecting Equipment, Structures, or MaterialsOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

Important abilities

Near VisionFinger DexterityOral ExpressionOral ComprehensionWritten ExpressionArm-Hand Steadiness

Education of workers

High school diploma
84%
Less than high school
12%
Associate's degree
2%
Post-secondary certificate
1%

Training before entry

3–6 months
25%
1–3 months
20%
Up to 1 month
16%
1–2 years
16%
None / short demo
12%
6–12 months
11%

Related work experience

None
48%
1–2 years
14%
2–4 years
8%
1–3 months
5%

Job Zone 2 — some preparation needed (O*NET)

Difficulty of entry: ★☆☆☆☆ Easy to enter (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)

Career path and how to earn more as semiconductor processing technicians

Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.

Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.