Facilities Technician III

IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world's leading quantum platform and merchant supplier—delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security. IonQ's newest generation of quantum computers, the IonQ Tempo, helps customers and partners including Amazon Web Services and AstraZeneca achieve 20x performance results and accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. In 2025, the company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance. Headquartered in College Park, Maryland, IonQ has operations in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Tennessee, Washington, Italy, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

About the role

We are looking for a Facilities Technician to join our Facilities Team. In this role, you will be responsible for day-to-day facility support operations, ensuring the smooth functioning of our high-tech environment. The ideal candidate is a team player with a "no job is too big or too small" attitude.

This role is based onsite at our headquarters in College Park, MD, with up to 5% domestic travel.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular inspections and maintenance tasks on HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, lighting, and other building systems. Make repairs as needed or coordinate with external contractors.
• Work with external vendors or contractors for specialized projects, repairs, or maintenance when needed.
• Follow a preventative maintenance schedule for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Operate and monitor building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems to ensure proper function.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, codes, and company policies. Maintain records for inspections, repairs, and audits.
• Perform general upkeep tasks such as cosmetic work, painting, and floor repairs to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Perform Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) tasks, including HAZMAT removal through coordination with contractors, updating SDS database, and conducting job hazard analysis (JHA).
• Assist with physical security projects and procedures.
• Coordinate and assist with warehouse operations and moving equipment.
• Monitor and maintain inventory. Order material, consumables, and parts as necessary.
• Monitor calibration program, schedule, and send equipment for calibration when necessary.
• Respond to internal employee requests for building and project-related issues. Maintain a customer service-oriented relationship.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for planned and unplanned maintenance.
• Create, address, and follow protocols and SOPs for facility emergencies such as power outages, water leaks, and broken equipment to minimize disruption to business operations.
• On-call after hours and weekends for response to facility emergencies.
• Other assigned duties as required in support of business needs.

Requirements

• Minimum 2-year technical degree or certification and 4+ years of hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-tech electronics/optics laboratory, data center, or manufacturing environment. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a technical degree or certification.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems as well as facility maintenance.
• Ability to work with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting, as well as cross-functionally with various organizations.
• Detail-oriented individual with fine motor skills.
• Experience working with hand tools and performing small facilities, manufacturing, and lab repairs.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow blueprints, technical specifications, and operating procedures.
• Ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work, including bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working overhead.
• Experience with data collection and analysis.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Google and Microsoft platforms.
• Excitement to learn and complement tasks contributing to multiple teams.
• Experience operating and maintaining equipment like forklifts, scissor lifts, and box trucks.
• A safety-first mindset with the ability to recognize hazards and identify appropriate PPE.
• A willingness to support a 5S program.
• Other duties as assigned to meet business requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Demonstrated experience working for a fast-paced, leading-edge tech company.
• Experience working in R&D laboratory spaces (optics, electronics, etc.).
• Experience with CAD software.
• Safety certifications like first aid, CPR, AED, BBP, or OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience working in highly secured environments (classified, ITAR, CUI).
• Experience with security systems (access control, cameras, etc.).
• Experience with new site buildouts, site relocations, and site decommissioning.
• Experience participating on a safety committee and performing JHAs (job hazard analysis), incident investigations, and root cause analysis.

Pay

The approximate pay range for this position is $24.89 - $30.05 per hour. The total compensation package includes base pay, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options. Compensation will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location, and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Matching 401(k).
• Unlimited PTO and paid holidays.
• Parental/adoption leave.
• Legal insurance.
• Home technology stipend.