Kaden OBrien
Semiconductor Technician & Aircraft Powertrain Repairer
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Technical maintenance professional with experience supporting semiconductor manufacturing operations and maintaining equipment in Intel fabrication facilities. Skilled in troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, process improvement, and minimizing equipment downtime while operating within strict cleanroom, safety, EHS, and OSHA requirements. Known for maintaining high standards of quality, precision, and procedural compliance in fast-paced production environments. Military aviation maintenance training and experience sustain a strong foundation in safety, attention to detail, and disciplined maintenance practices, supporting consistent performance in mission-critical, highly regulated settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Semiconductor Equipment Technician (Level II)
Kelly Services, Intel
Chandler, AZ
02.2026 - Current
- Diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently to minimize downtime and enhance production output.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Collaborate with team members to implement process improvements and streamline operations.
- Adhere to strict cleanroom, safety, and contamination-control procedures while working in Intel's semiconductor fabrication facilities, maintaining compliance with EHS, OSHA, and operational standards.
- Assist in training new technicians on troubleshooting techniques and system functionalities.
Basic Combat Training/Advanced Individual Training
United States Army
05.2025 - 01.2026
- Successfully completed 10 weeks of rigorous training at Fort Leonard Wood, MO, developing foundational military skills including marksmanship, physical fitness, discipline, and teamwork/leadership under stress. Graduated #1 of 240 as the Distinguished Honor Graduate and was awarded an Army Achievement Medal.
- Graduated from 22 weeks of Advanced Individual Training as a 15D Aircraft Powertrain Repairer at Fort Eustis, VA. Mastering disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of various aircraft powertrain systems and components such as rotor hubs, drive shafting, transmissions, and control systems.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Non-Destructive Inspections/Testing (NDI/NDT), performing Liquid/Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Eddy Current, and Ultrasonic Testing to detect surface and subsurface defects such as cracks, corrosion, voids, and other discontinuities in a variety of materials and metals.
Service Coordinator
Discount Tire
Gilbert, AZ
12.2023 - 05.2025
- Oversaw daily operations of 8-12 technicians in high-volume, fast paced, and efficient vehicle service ensuring high customer satisfaction.
- Managed bay workflow and delegated tasks while training and mentoring new hires on safety standards and use of equipment.
- Consulted 80-120+ customers daily on different vehicle concerns, recommending a variety of services based on their needs.
- First served as a Technician and Crew Chief, executing the same high-performance maintenance and service as previously described.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History Major/ROTC
Arizona State University (ASU)
Tempe, AZ05-2029
High School Diploma -
American Leadership Academy
Queen Creek, AZ05.2024
Skills
- Preventative maintenance & technical diagnostics
- Precision hand tool operation & calibration
- Collaborative operations & team integration
- Operational discipline & procedural compliance
- Safety, PPE, EHS & OSHA compliance
- Learning agility & technical adaptability
- Strong military bearing & performance
Timeline
Semiconductor Equipment Technician (Level II)
Kelly Services, Intel
02.2026 - Current
Basic Combat Training/Advanced Individual Training
United States Army
05.2025 - 01.2026
Service Coordinator
Discount Tire
12.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - History Major/ROTC
Arizona State University (ASU)
High School Diploma -
American Leadership Academy