General Maintenance Mechanic

Overview

General Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Anchorage, Alaska – Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift

Compensation: $40.71 per hour

Benefits: Tessera offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Note: This position is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated start date of August 25, 2026.

• Perform general maintenance of facilities, including carpentry, electrical, and plumbing work.
• Perform multiple assignments related to maintenance, cleanliness, and operation across multiple hydroelectric power stations.
• Inspect boilers and other machinery, including overhead doors, to ensure proper operation by making required adjustments or repairs.
• Operate company-provided vehicles, trailers, and small equipment, including but not limited to lifts, generators, portable heaters, hoists, and pneumatic equipment.
• Use and install chain hoists or any other lifting device required for the rigging of equipment and hardware.
• Conduct general maintenance of vehicle and equipment fleet (e.g., changing tires, fluids, lamps, wipers, filters, fixtures).
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical appliances, apparatus, and fixtures using hand and power tools.
• Maintain high proficiency in and adherence to all Safety Procedures and Policies.
• Utilize computers and/or handheld mobile devices for timekeeping, data entry, and to manage assigned work.
• Utilize mobile maintenance and inspection devices to document service and repair activities.
• Maintain professionalism in appearance and demeanor; wear PPE as required.

• Six (6) months of facilities maintenance experience preferred.
• Proficiency in most semi-skilled tasks and all unskilled tasks.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods in various environments (including adverse weather and high places).
• Good manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, physical fitness, and balance.

Employees must be able to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. Reasonable accommodations may be provided on a case-by-case basis.

• Lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
• Reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours as duties require.
• Repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, walking; standing or sitting for several hours; climbing in/out of a vehicle and stairs may be required.
• Ability to work under pressure for extended periods.

• A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain Tessera’s insurance coverage.
• 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.

Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL
-compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative (e.g., U.S. passport or military ) under the REAL .

About Tessera

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We are committed to a safe and respectful work environment and to our mission-focused culture and core values:
Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity.