Seasonal Irrigation Technician

Seasonal Irrigation Technician – Fairchild AFB

Location: Airway Heights, Washington – Fairchild AFB

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time/ Day Shift/ (Mon – Fri)
Anticipated start date:
March 30, 2026.

Compensation: $25.77/hour + an additional $5.09/hour Health and Welfare Benefit (cash payout with qualifying health insurance)

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

Temporary benefits of a Seasonal Irrigation Technician at Tessera include:

• Dependent on position, flexible start and end times, and a combination of remote and in-person schedules
• $5.09/hour Health and Welfare Benefit
• PART TIME:
  Paid holidays on a pro-rata basis and paid sick leave
• FULL TIME:
  Paid holidays and paid sick leave
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness program
• Verizon wireless discount
• 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 and veterans with disabilities. We maintain a purpose-driven culture and values of Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity, and a commitment to a safe and respectful work environment.

Position
:
Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Worker. This is a temporary position and is expected to run up to but no longer than November 30, 2026.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform daily irrigation operations, system maintenance, and repairs to ensure all systems function efficiently and meet contract requirements.
• Install, adjust, and maintain sprinklers, valves, controllers, timers, and sensors to ensure proper coverage and optimal system performance
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair irrigation system issues, including electrical and mechanical components.
• Conduct seasonal system startups, shutdowns, winterization, and freeze protection procedures.
• Monitor system performance and water usage, identifying leaks, malfunctions, or areas for efficiency improvements.
• Apply landscaping and turf management practices to support healthy, attractive grounds.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and irrigation equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate records and provide clear written and verbal communication, including documentation, reporting, and email correspondence.
• Serve as backup support to the Grounds team and collaborate with coworkers, supervisors, QA inspectors, subcontractors, and military or civilian personnel.
• Participate in on-call rotation as needed for irrigation emergencies.
• Ensure all work areas are clean, safe, and free of debris after maintenance or repair activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Experience installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation systems, including sprinklers, valves, controllers, timers, and related electrical or mechanical components.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose leaks, malfunctions, and system performance issues and make timely repairs.
• Knowledge of irrigation and basic landscaping practices, including system startups, shutdowns, winterization, and water efficiency.
• Reliable and safety-focused, with the ability to use hand and power tools, keep accurate records, communicate clearly, and work independently or as part of a team.

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 50 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.

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