Operator, Heavy Equipment

Operator, Heavy Equipment

Location: Silverdale, Washington (Bangor)

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: $44.51 - $44.51/hr

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• $11.41 per hour Health and Welfare Benefit
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• 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 an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to support operations for WSBOSC. This role is responsible for safely operating a wide variety of heavy machinery—including cranes, bulldozers, loaders, graders, scrapers, sweepers, and industrial tractors—to excavate, move, and load materials. The operator may also be required to read and interpret grade and slope stakes, follow simple plans, and perform minor equipment adjustments or emergency repairs.

• Operates various heavy and light equipment such as preparing, paving, patching streets and parking lots, maintaining gravel and other earth surfaced roads and access roads, blading road and ditches, removing and/or installing culverts, clearing weeds, etc.
• Reads and interprets grade and slope stakes and simple plans.
• Cleans heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required.
• Participates in routine maintenance.
• May grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment.
• Applies all code requirements during installations, repairs and maintenance.
• Ensures all requirements are met as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures.
• Ensures all installations, repairs and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported, and graded.
• Ensures all installations, repairs and maintenance meet environmental protection requirements.

• High school Diploma/GED is required.
• 3‑5 years’ experience with heavy equipment.
• Reads and understands drawings, work plans and maps.
• Must be able to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend applicable written and/or oral instructions.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 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.

• 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 (e.g., 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.

* 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 . Please visit this website for more information: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

To Apply:

Visit our website sera.org to complete an application.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at (360) 475‑0756 ext. 349, or email recruiting.

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