Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic (EVT III)

Skookum; Silverdale (WA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Health/welfare cash payout

FSAs

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Bonus opportunity

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Verizon discount

EAP

Wellness program

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

Tessera is hiring a Heavy Equipment Mechanic (EVT III) in Silverdale, WA. The role requires a valid state driver’s license, ability to obtain security clearances, and NFPA-compliant maintenance experience on ARFF and fire apparatus equipment.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including health/dental/vision, a 401(k), paid holidays, tuition assistance, and professional development opportunities. Full-time daytime schedule with competitive hourly compensation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of vehicle maintenance experience required.
• ASE (T-1 through T-7, and L-2) certification or the ability to obtain one required.
• EVT (F-1 through F-6 and A-1 through A-3) Level III Fire Apparatus and ARFF vehicle technician certification or the ability to obtain one required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance of equipment including ARFF vehicles, fire apparatus, wheeled and track vehicles, and related equipment.
• Perform minor repairs and services per manuals and NFPA standards.
• Inspect and repair brakes, suspensions, wheels, hubs, and steering per OEM and NFPA standards.
• Interpret manuals and schematics to diagnose and repair during annual services.
• Disassemble and clean parts, replace assemblies, and install components as needed.
• Maintain Operational Vehicle Maintenance schedules.
• Prepare reports on schedules, training, attendance, evaluations, and timekeeping.
• Train and coach employees; monitor performance and time usage.
• Maintain professional appearance and demeanor; support a respectful work environment.
• Record daily attendance and manage absences/tardiness.

Job description

Tessera is hiring a Heavy Equipment Mechanic (EVT III) in Silverdale, WA. The role requires a valid state driver’s license, ability to obtain security clearances, and NFPA-compliant maintenance experience on ARFF and fire apparatus equipment.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including health/dental/vision, a 401(k), paid holidays, tuition assistance, and professional development opportunities. Full-time daytime schedule with competitive hourly compensation.