The chips that run America are built by Technicians

A historic wave of new chip factories is rising across the country. See where the work is, what it pays, and the fastest path in, through Unmudl.

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Where the work is

States highlighted for semiconductors on the Technician Map. Hover a pin for details.

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$70k–$95k

Typical wage range across semiconductor technician roles

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~$58,230

Average U.S. technician wage across roles

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600K+

Installation, maintenance & repair openings each year

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No degree

Most roles start with a certificate or apprenticeship

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In one line

A semiconductor technician installs, calibrates, and maintains the precision machines that manufacture computer chips inside cleanroom factories. It's hands-on work that typically pays $70,000–$95,000 and usually takes 6–12 months of training to enter, no four-year degree required.

Last reviewed June 2026 · National Technician Role Library

Typical pay$70k–$95k / yr
Time to start6–12 months
EducationNo 4-yr degree
Active states11 (see map)

The Industry

Inside the chip factory it's all technicians

Semiconductors are made in cleanrooms; sealed, ultra-precise environments where billion-dollar tools etch circuits onto silicon. Keeping those tools running and contamination-free is technician work, around the clock.

High-stakes, hands-on work

Install, calibrate, and service the equipment that prints and layers circuits onto silicon.

Demand outpaces supply

New U.S. chip factories each need hundreds of technicians and there aren't enough trained yet.

No four-year degree required

Most roles start with a certificate, short course, or apprenticeship.

States active for semiconductors

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