Carpenter

Tessera; Fort Riley (KS); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Health & Welfare Benefit $4.93/hour

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Tessera is seeking a skilled Carpenter to join our team at Fort Riley/Junction City. The role is full-time, day shift, offering a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Typical duties include inspecting and repairing buildings and structures, installing interiors and exteriors, reading blueprints, and operating hand and power tools. Applicants should have at least three years of carpentry experience; a Journeyman level is preferred, with valid driver's

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of carpentry experience required.
• Journeyman level carpenter preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend building specifications, blueprints, and maps.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and repair buildings, structures, and property.
• Maintenance, repair, and alteration of buildings and structures shall include foundations, walls, doors, windows, roofing, floors, trim, stairs, and hardware.
• Layout, install, replace, repair, and remove interior and exterior walls, floors, roofs, stairs, and railings.
• Carpentry work shall be planned to resist environmental damage and match existing appearance.
• Assemble and secure furniture as needed.
• Maintain service and repair records and submit daily documentation.
• Ensure all installations and repairs meet environmental protection requirements.
• Operate hand and power tools safely.
• Must be able to operate a Tessera vehicle.

Skills

Carpentry experience

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Verbal communication

Tool operation

Job description

Carpenter

Location: Junction City - Fort Riley

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift

Compensation: $23.38 - 23.38 per hour

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a Carpenter at Tessera include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• $4.93 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 a hard working and skilled Carpenter with a positive attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and repair buildings, structures, and associated property.
• Maintenance, repair, and alteration of buildings and structures shall include all structural features such as foundations, walls, doors, door stops, door closures, windows, roof framing, roofing, floors and floor coverings, porches, wood fencing and trim, stairs, fixtures, hardware, exterior and interior painting, and glazing.
• Layout, install, replace, repair, and remove interior and exterior walls, floors, roofs, platform towers, steps and handrails, ceilings, and roofs.
• Interior and exterior finishes, trim, and decor shall be maintained to match or exceed existing appearance and Carpentry work shall be planned and accomplished to offer maximum resistance to fungus, mildew, termites, water absorption, and all other deleterious effects of the environment.
• Carpentry work shall be planned and accomplished to offer maximum resistance to fungus, mildew, termites, water absorption, and all other deleterious effects of the environment.
• Assemble and secure furniture as needed.
• Maintain appropriate service and repair records and submit documents each day.
• Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance meet environmental protection requirements.
• Clean, maintain, adjust, calibrate and service equipment used in the performance of duties.
• Must be able to operate various hand and power tools.
• Maintain professionalism in both appearance and demeanor.
• Must be able to operate a Tessera vehicle.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years of Carpentry experience required.
• Journeyman level Carpenter preferred.
• Must be able to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner. Must have effective verbal, listening, and time management skills.
• Must be able to read and comprehend building specifications, blueprints, and maps.

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• Must be able to lift and/or move 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, 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.

Requirements:

• 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 ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.
• 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.

Date Posted: 08/27/2026

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 [phone] ext. 349, or email [e-mail].

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