Laborer, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, General Labor

Location

Colorado Springs, CO (United States Air Force Academy)

Non‑Exempt

Full Time, Day Shift

$21.48 /hourly

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life & Short‑Term Disability, $8.78/hr Health and Welfare, Flexible Spending Accounts, 11 federal holidays, 22 paid days of vacation at start of employment, paid sick leave, potential shared‑earning bonus, tuition assistance after 1 year, professional development & training, Verizon wireless discount, Employee Assistance Program, wellness program, public service loan forgiveness eligibility.

• Assist skilled trades personnel (e.g., electricians, plumbers, carpenters) with tools, materials, and basic tasks.
• Perform general maintenance such as cleaning, debris removal, and site preparation.
• Load, unload, and transport materials, equipment, and supplies across the installation.
• Operate basic hand tools and power equipment under supervision.
• Dig, fill, and tamp earth excavations; level ground using hand tools.
• Shovel concrete and snow; spread sand and deicer on icy roads and walkways.
• Clean culverts, ditches, roofs, and gutters to maintain drainage and safety.
• Support road patching and minor repair activities as directed.
• Empty outdoor trash cans and cigarette disposal containers; remove litter from designated areas.
• Respond to work orders and assist with setup or teardown for base events or facility changes.
• Assist with customer requests such as staging chairs and lighting for events, and disposing of used pallets and packing materials.
• Maintain work areas in clean and orderly condition.
• Perform on‑call/standby work as needed.
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• All other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 1 year of general labor or maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience working on military installations or government contracts is a plus.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools and manual labor techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking; standing or sitting for several hours; climbing in/out of a vehicle; and up/down stairs.
• Perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods.

• Valid state driver’s license required with ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ‑compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative such as a U.S. passport or military .
• Must obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E‑Verify will be conducted.

United Association (UA), Local 58

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled. Tessera participates in E‑Verify.

We welcome applicants with disabilities to apply.