Plumber, Maintenance

Plumber Maintenance

Location: Keyport, Washington (NUWC)

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-time

Compensation: $40.08/hour

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• $11.41/hour Health and Wellness Benefit
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, 12 paid days of vacation accrued at start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earnings bonus
• Tuition assistance after 1 year, potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is seeking a skilled Plumber to assemble, install, and repair heating, water, and drainage systems at Naval Base Kitsap, Bangor. This role involves reading and interpreting building plans, preparing work areas, and ensuring plumbing installations comply with specifications and codes. Working under supervision, the Plumber will support safe, efficient operations while building hands‑on experience in a variety of plumbing tasks.

• Assist with maintenance, installation, inspection, and repair of plumbing systems, including water, sewer, gas, air, steam, pools, and related equipment.
• Clear blockages and maintain drain lines, floor drains, vents, and storm drainage systems.
• Repair or replace faucets, joints, valves, pumps, and plumbing fixtures to ensure efficient system operation.
• Install and service domestic, industrial, and commercial plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, showers, heaters, and disposals.
• Support preventive maintenance, inspections, and fire protection system component repairs.
• Read and follow technical manuals, schematics, and work plans to perform accurate diagnostics and repairs.
• Maintain accurate service records, generate parts requests, and use handheld devices for documentation.
• Operate and maintain plumbing tools and equipment; participate in on‑call rotation as required.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years in plumbing or closely related field.
• Equivalent combination of education/experience will be considered.
• General knowledge of plumbing and ability to use hand tools, power tools, and appliances required for installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing fixtures and pipes.
• Ability to follow maintenance instructions, service and diagnose systems, and complete repairs.
• Knowledge of plumbing codes and regulations preferred.

• Lifts or moves 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, walking, standing, sitting, climbing in/out of a vehicle, and stairs.
• Must persevere to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

• Valid state driver's license required with ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL –compliant driver's license or acceptable alternative such as a U.S. passport or military , per the REAL . More info: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-
• Must 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.