Senior Facilities and Environmental, Health and Safety Technician II
IonQAbout the role
IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are pushing past the limits of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. Quantum computing has the potential to impact every area of human society for the better. IonQ’s computers will soon redefine industries like medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is at the forefront of this technological revolution.
We are looking for a Senior Facilities and Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Technician II. As a Sr. Facilities and EHS Technician II, 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.
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.
- 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.
You’d be a good fit with:
- Minimum 2 year technical degree or certification and 3+ years of hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-tech electronics / optics laboratory / data center / 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.
- 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 Sheets and MS Office.
- Excitement to learn and complete tasks contributing to multiple teams.
You’d be a great fit with:
- 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.
- Self-starter with a great work ethic.
Location: This role is based on-site 5 days a week at our facility is Boston, MA.
Travel: Up to 10%
Job ID: 1137
This is a non-exempt hourly position with a pay range of $31.95 to $38.58. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.
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