General Maintenance Worker
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, General Labor, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer
Location: Colorado Springs, CO (United States Air Force Academy)
Type: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Full Time. On-call work may also be required based on operational needs.
Compensation: $28.00/hourly
Date Posted: 06/12/2026
Benefits- 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 and 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 seeking a versatile and dependable General Maintenance Worker to support a wide range of facility upkeep and repair tasks s role involves performing skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled maintenance duties across plumbing, electrical, structural, and mechanical systems, while ensuring safety, quality, and operational readiness.
Typical Duties- Perform cleaning and housekeeping as part of routine maintenance activities.
- Assist in preventive maintenance of barriers, gates, doors, pools, fountains, HVAC, and carpentry systems.
- Patch walls and ceilings using plaster or compound; paint structures and equipment if needed.
- Repair or replace sinks, toilets, water coolers, paneling, floor tiles, doors, locks, and window panes.
- Conduct concrete repairs on floors, steps, sidewalks, decks, and stoops.
- Replace filters, clean coils, and perform maintenance on belts, pumps, motors, and mechanical rooms.
- Support lead/mold remediation and change batteries in locks and smoke detectors.
- Perform skilled tasks such as ceiling grid installation, storefront repair, and AV equipment mounting.
- Carry out semi-skilled tasks including touch-up painting, caulking, and basic electrical and plumbing fixture replacement.
- Assist craftsmen with tools, materials, and labor support for skilled trade work.
- Respond to customer inquiries and document work status and completion timelines using Maximo.
- Use mobile devices for timekeeping, data entry, and work order management via Maximo.
- Maintain accountability for assigned tools and adhere to all safety procedures and policies.
- Maintain professionalism in appearance and conduct.
- Minimum of 2 years of general maintenance experience preferred.
- Familiarity with basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work in varied environments.
- Strong attention to detail, safety, and teamwork.
- 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.
- 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 ‑compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military , in accordance with the REAL .
- 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.
United Association (UA), Local 58. International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union, Local 113.
Equal Opportunity StatementIndividuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E‑Verify.
Application Instructionsour website sera.org.
For accommodation or support, contact (360) 475‑0756 ext. 349 or email recruiting.
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