Mechanic, Heavy Duty and Diesel

Location: Silverdale, Washington (Bangor)

Type: Non-Exempt (hourly)

Work Schedule: Full-time

Compensation: $40.29/hr

Benefits: Tessera offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible part‑time and full‑time employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• $11.41/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 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 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, core values – Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity – and our commitment to a safe and respectful work environment.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanic, Heavy Duty and Diesel with a positive, professional, and can‑do attitude. This position is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, rebuilding, and maintaining heavy equipment such as cranes, bulldozers, motor graders, pumps, compressors, and pneumatic tools. Duties include inspecting machinery to identify defects, performing disassembly and reassembly with hoists and hand tools, replacing defective components, welding broken parts, and testing equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

• Maintain equipment across wheeled vehicles, track vehicles, engineer equipment, power generation, and material handling equipment.
• Accomplish minor repairs and perform services outlined in technical manuals.
• Inspect and repair brakes, suspension, wheels, hubs, and steering systems.
• Follow technical manuals, lube orders, wiring, and hydraulic schematics for accurate diagnosis and repair during annual services.
• Perform major repair jobs by disassembling, cleaning parts, and reinstalling assemblies.
• Maintain operational vehicle maintenance schedules.
• Prepare and maintain reports on schedules, training, attendance, evaluations, employee documentation, time‑keeping, and accident reports.
• Train employees on job tasks and assignments to ensure thorough understanding.
• Monitor employee performance for efficient use of time and task completion.
• Coach, mentor, and resolve employee concerns respectfully and mutually beneficially.
• Record daily personnel attendance and track absences, tardiness, and related metrics.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5‑8 years of automotive experience.
• ASE certification in the process of testing for ASE certification.
• Valid CDL Class B required for moving vehicles around the shop area.
• Ability to pass DOT pre‑employment drug screen and physical.
• Knowledgeable in maintenance of military vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow technical manuals for proper diagnosis and repair.
• Ability to troubleshoot repairs on brakes, suspensions, wheels, hubs, and steering systems.

• Lift 50 pounds and push or pull up to 70 pounds.
• Reach, kneel, walk, stand, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Stand or sit for several hours, climb in and out of vehicles, and ascend or descend stairs.
• Persevere under pressure for extended periods.

• Valid state driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
• REAL ‑compliant driver’s license, U.S. passport, or military  access to federal military installations.
• Obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access; background check and E‑Verify will be conducted.

Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application. Current employees should log into Workday and apply through the Jobs Hub. For assistance, contact your recruiter.

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

(360) 475‑0756 ext. 349 or email recruiting.