Sr. Facilities Technician II

IonQ

IonQ

Operations

Pleasanton, CA, USA

Posted on Apr 17, 2026

Vector Atomic, an IonQ company, is building quantum technology to transform navigation, timing, geophysical exploration, and telecommunications. Our team of engineers, scientists, software developers, and operations professionals works together to solve complex challenges and turn bold ideas into real-world solutions. We value collaboration, curiosity, and diverse perspectives, and we give every team member the opportunity to make an immediate impact while growing their skills. If you’re excited to work on breakthrough technology in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, we’d love to hear from you.

We are looking for an exceptional Sr. Facilities Technician II who is flexible, reliable, outgoing, professional, and has a positive work attitude to join our growing Operations team. It is important that everyone encounters friendly and professional service and that our office run efficiently.

What You’ll Do

  • Perform minor general building maintenance including but not limited to hanging whiteboards, moving furniture, install monitor arms, change light bulbs, etc.
  • Coordinate and assist with all aspects of relocation of employee workspace/offices including moving furniture as necessary.
  • Support and assist with space planning and developing requirements and project scopes to manage the various operations.
  • Perform regular inspections maintenance tasks on HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, lighting, and other building systems. Make repairs as needed or coordinate with external contractors.
  • 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.
  • Assist with physical security projects and procedures
  • Coordinating and assisting with warehouse operations
  • Coordinating and assisting with moving equipment
  • Monitor and maintain inventory. Order material, consumables, and parts as necessary.
  • Monitor calibration program and send equipment for calibration when necessary.
  • Work with external vendors or contractors for specialized projects, repairs, or maintenance when needed.
  • 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.
  • Capture and document assembly best practices, present findings to technical teams.
  • Create, address, and/or follow protocols and SOPs for facilities emergencies such as power outages, water leaks, 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.

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum 2-year technical degree or certification and 3+ years of hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-tech electronics / optics laboratory / manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems as well as facility maintenance.
  • Experience 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.
  • Experience with data collection and analysis.
  • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
  • Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office.
  • Excitement to learn and complement tasks contributing to multiple teams.
  • Demonstrated experience working for a fast pace leading edge tech company a plus.
  • Experience working in R&D laboratory spaces (optics, electronics, etc.)
  • Experience with CAD software.
  • To comply with the US export control laws, Vector Atomic employees must be U.S. citizens (born or naturalized), lawful U.S. permanent residents (green card holders), and certain categories of refugees, and asylees.

Physical Requirements:

  • 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.
  • Must be able to perform work in a variety of weather conditions.

At Vector Atomic we value teamwork, open and honest discourse, and work-life balance. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including:

  • Platinum-level family health coverage (medical, dental, vision)
  • Health and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Employer 401(k) contributions
  • 20 days of paid time off / 11 paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Stock ownership plan
  • Fully stocked kitchen

Pay Range

The approximate base salary range for this position is $95,000 to $120,000 per year. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity and benefits. It's atypical to be hired at the top end of this range for the role, as actual pay is based on several factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience level.

Vector Atomic is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

Vector Atomic does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team.