Heavy Equipment Mechanic (EVT lll

Job Overview

Position: Heavy Equipment Mechanic (EVT III)

Location: Silverdale, Washington (Bangor)

Type: Non‑Exempt Full‑time, Day Shift

Compensation: $51.75–$51.75 per hour

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life & Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Welfare benefit (cash payout offered with qualifying health insurance)
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays
• Accrual of 10 paid days of vacation at the start of employment
• Paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance after 1 year and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full‑time employees

• Perform maintenance on Aircraft Rescue & Fire‑Fighting (ARFF) vehicles, Fire Apparatus vehicles, wheeled vehicles, track vehicles, engineer equipment, power generation, and material handling equipment.
• Accomplish minor repairs and services outlined in technical manuals and IAW National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards.
• Perform inspection and repair on brakes, suspension, wheels, hubs, and steering systems IAW with OEM recommendations and NFPA standards.
• Understand and follow technical manuals, lube orders, wiring, and hydraulic schematics to ensure proper diagnosis and repair during annual services.
• Perform major repair jobs by disassembling and cleaning parts, removing components, removal and installation of assemblies, and installation of components.
• Maintain Operational Vehicle Maintenance schedules.
• Prepare and maintain reports—including schedules, training, attendance, evaluations, employee documentation, correct time‑keeping, and accident reports.
• Train employees on job tasks and assignments for complete understanding.
• Monitor employee performance to ensure efficient use of time and quality of work.
• Coach, mentor, and resolve employee concerns in a respectful and mutually beneficial manner.
• Record daily personnel attendance and track employee absences, tardiness, etc.

• Minimum of five (5) years of vehicle maintenance experience.
• ASE (T‑1 through T‑7, and L‑2) certification or ability to obtain one.
• EVT (F‑1 through F‑6 and A‑1 through A‑3) Level III Fire Apparatus and ARFF vehicle technician certification or ability to obtain one.
• Valid state driver’s license and ability to maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.
• Repetitive motions, reaching, kneeling, walking, standing, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs for extended periods.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure for extended periods.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
• Background check and E‑Verify will be conducted.

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

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