Plumber Pipefitter

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• $8.78/hr Health and Welfare Benefit
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays; paid time off
• 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 dedicated, skilled, and safety-conscious Plumber/Pipefitter to join our mission-driven team supporting facilities s role plays a vital part in maintaining and repairing complex plumbing and piping systems that serve critical infrastructure across the installation. From steam and water systems to compressed air and fire suppression, you'll be hands-on with essential operations that keep the Academy running smoothly.

If you're looking for meaningful work in a dynamic environment where precision, professionalism, and teamwork are valued—this is the opportunity for you.

• Install, maintain, repair, inspect, and modify plumbing systems for water, sewer, steam, POL, compressed air, vacuum, inert and natural gas, and swimming pools
• Clear blockages in interior drain lines, floor drains, fan coil units, vents, and storm drainage systems
• Install and service plumbing fixtures and equipment including sinks, commodes, urinals, showers, bathtubs, dishwashers, water heaters, and storage tanks
• Connect and maintain systems for water, air, sewage, storm drainage, and gas, including grease traps, and hydraulic lifts
• Cut, thread, bend, and assemble pipe using hand tools, torches, and pipe machines
• Fabricate pipe supports and holding fixtures as needed
• Perform standard pressure and leak tests to verify system integrity and compliance
• Be willing to work on and obtain certification for fire suppression systems and ensure adherence to NFPA codes and backflow prevention standards
• Operate, clean, and maintain tools and specialized equipment safely
• Assist with scheduled preventive maintenance and maintain accurate service records
• Read and interpret building plans, technical drawings, work maps, and specification
• Apply plumbing codes, manufacturer requirements, and environmental protection standards during all installations and repairs
• Work in confined spaces and under adverse weather conditions on uneven terrain
• Maintain professionalism in appearance, conduct, and communication across all tasks
• All other duties as assigned

• Minimum 3 years of plumbing experience;
  Journeyman/Master preferred
• Minimum 2 years of pipe fitting experience
• Certified in backflow prevention to ensure system safety and compliance
• Valid plumbing certifications one or more:
  American Society of Sanitary Engineering (ASSE), American Backflow Prevention Association (ABPA), or Association of Boards of Certification (ABC)
• Working knowledge of NFPA codes 13, 70, 72, and 101 relevant to fire protection and safety standards
• Fire suppression system experience preferred

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands…