Electrician Maintenance (Generator Mechanic)

Tessera; Fort Riley (KS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Health & Welfare Benefit

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition assistance

Professional development & training

Employee wellness program

EAP

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Tessera is seeking a skilled Electrician Maintenance (Generator Mechanic) to join our team at the Fort Riley/Junction City, Kansas area. This full-time, day-shift role requires proactive electrical systems maintenance on diesel generators and ATS equipment, with a focus on reliability and safety.

Ideal candidates bring at least three years of electrical experience, a related associate degree, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of electrical systems and controls experience required.
• Associates degree preferred.
• NFPA 70E certified preferred.
• Arc Flash and ATS Training preferred.
• Cat Electric Power I or II training preferred.
• Must have direct experience working on commercial generators and controls.
• Must be able to read and understand schematics and blueprints.
• Must be able to work in a variety of different environments, including inclement weather and from manlifts.
• Must have good manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, and a good sense of balance.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly preventive maintenance and repairs on IC engines, diesel generators.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automatic transfer switches (ATS) and annunciator panels.
• Repair switch gear, transformers, and circuit breakers.
• Conduct automatic and manual transfer tests of simulated power outages to ensure generators are functioning properly (Annual).
• Inspect, operate, and test industrial equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
• Plan and lay out work using diagrams, drawings, manuals, and schematic diagrams.
• Keep records of maintenance, work performed and cost of work.
• Test batteries, fuel coolant and oil. Transport and dispose hazardous materials (Oils, antifreeze, batteries).
• Communicate and interact directly with the customer, informing the customer of unexpected or additional repairs and determining customer needs.
• Ensure completed work meets quality control standards.
• Make difficult diagnoses and suggest solutions and repairs to customer.
• Communicate with scheduler to update status of repairs and estimate completion dates.
• Respond to customer inquiries and complaints.
• Assist with orienting and training new employees and assist in work assignments.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team.
• Must be able to respond to after-hour calls in case of emergency power outage.

Skills

Electrical systems & controls

Education

Associates degree

Tools

Cat Electric Power I/II

Job description

Electrician Maintenance (Generator Mechanic)

Location: Junction City, Kansas - Fort Riley

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift

Compensation: $30.00 - $30.00 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 Electrician at Tessera include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• $5.09 per hour Health and Welfare Benefit
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both 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 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 skilled and experienced Electrician with a positive attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform monthly preventive maintenance and repairs on IC engines, diesel generators.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automatic transfer switches (ATS) and annunciator panels.
• Repair switch gear, transformers, and circuit breakers.
• Conduct automatic and manual transfer tests of simulated power outages to ensure generators are functioning properly (Annual).
• Inspect, operate, and test industrial equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
• Plan and lay out work using diagrams, drawings, manuals, and schematic diagrams.
• Keep records of maintenance, work performed and cost of work.
• Test batteries, fuel coolant and oil. Transport and dispose hazardous materials (Oils, antifreeze, batteries).
• Communicate and interact directly with the customer, informing the customer of unexpected or additional repairs and determining customer needs.
• Ensure completed work meets quality control standards.
• Make difficult diagnoses and suggest solutions and repairs to customer.
• Communicate with scheduler to update status of repairs and estimate completion dates.
• Respond to customer inquiries and complaints.
• Assist with orienting and training new employees and assist in work assignments.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team.
• Must be able to respond to after-hour calls in case of emergency power outage.

Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of electrical systems and controls experience required.
• Associates degree preferred.
• NFPA 70E certified preferred.
• Arc Flash and ATS Training preferred.
• Cat Electric Power I or II training preferred.
• Must have direct experience working on commercial generators and controls.
• Must be able to read and understand schematics and blueprints.
• Must be able to work in a variety of different environments, including inclement weather and from manlifts.
• Must have good manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, and a good sense of balance.

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 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.

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: 10/01/2026

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