Facilities Technician III

Facilities Technician III

College Park, Maryland, United States

IonQ, Inc. 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, is the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems that have been helping 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. Our quantum computing services are available through all major cloud providers, while we also meet the needs of networking and sensing customers across land, sea, air, and space. IonQ is making quantum platforms more accessible and impactful than ever before.

This role is based onsite at our headquarters in College Park, MD. Travel: Up to 5%, domestic.

The Role

We are looking for a Facilities Technician to join our Facilities Team. As a Facilities Technician, you'll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world's best quantum computers to solve the world's most complex problems.

In this role, you will be responsible for day to day facility support operations. The ideal candidate is someone who is a team player with a "no job is too big or too small" attitude.

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, floor repairs to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Perform Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) tasks to include HAZMAT removal through coordination with contractors, updating SDS database, JHA (job hazard analysis), etc.
• Assist with physical security projects and procedures
• Coordinate and assist with warehouse operations
• Coordinate and assist with 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 / 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 to include, but not limited to: 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, box trucks, etc.
• A safety first mindset with 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 pace 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
• OSHA 30 certification
• Experience working in a 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, root cause analysis, etc

The approximate pay range for this position is $24.89 - $30.05 per hour. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site.

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. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401(k), unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment.

At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

US Technical Jobs. The position you are applying for will require access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control and government contract restrictions. Employment with IonQ is contingent on either verifying "U.S. Person" (e.g., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum) status for export controls and government contracts work, obtaining any necessary license, and/or confirming the availability of a license exception under U.S. export controls. Please note that in the absence of confirming you are a U.S. Person for export control and government contracts work purposes, IonQ may choose not to apply for a license or decline to use a license exception (if available) for you to access export-controlled technology that may require authorization, and similarly, you may not qualify for government contracts work that requires U.S. Persons, and IonQ may decline to proceed with your application on those bases alone. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law.

US Non-Technical Jobs. Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as