Job Description
Job Overview:
Machinery Maintenance Mechanic
Location: Anchorage, Alaska – Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
Type: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift
Compensation: $47.67 - $47.67 per hour
Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.
This position is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated start date of August 25, 2026.
Full-Time benefits of a Machinery Maintenance Mechanic at Tessera include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
$10.98 per hour Health and Welfare Benefit
Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
Potential shared earning bonus
Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
Verizon wireless discount
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees
Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.
Tessera is seeking a hardworking and helpful Machinery Maintenance Mechanic with a positive attitude.
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
Replace broken or defective parts with items obtained from stock, and order the production of a replacement part by a machine shop, or send the machine to a machine shop for major repairs
Prepare written specifications for major repairs or for the production of parts ordered from machine shops.
Reassemble machines and make all necessary adjustments for operation.
Communicate with the foreman, supervisor, and work control to update the status of repairs and estimated completion dates.
Maintain high proficiency in and adhere to all Safety Procedures and Policies.
Utilize computers and/or handheld mobile devices for timekeeping, data entry, and to manage assigned work.
Qualifications:
One (1) year of facilities maintenance experience required.
Proficiency in most semi-skilled tasks and all unskilled tasks.
Up to one year of equivalent experience credit may be allowed for trade/other formal training that supports the attainment of proficiency for semi-skilled and skilled work.
Must be able to perform manual labor for extended periods in a variety of different environments, including adverse weather and high places.
Must have good manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, physical fitness, and a good sense of balance.
Physical Requirements:
Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.
Requirements:
A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.
Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.
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Date Posted: 05/21/2026*** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.
To Apply: Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.
Current Employees: need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance.
Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.
If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at
(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email recruiting@tessera.org.
