Machinery Maintenance Mechanic

Tessera; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid holidays

Paid vacation days

Paid sick leave

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Employee discount

EAP

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

Tessera is seeking a Machinery Maintenance Mechanic in Anchorage, Alaska, for full-time day shift. The role requires a minimum of one year in facilities maintenance and involves repairing, maintaining, and ensuring safe operation of machinery on a federal installation.

The position offers comprehensive benefits, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities for professional development within a safety-conscious, disability-inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• One year of facilities maintenance experience required.
• Must be able to perform manual labor in varying environments.
• Good manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, and balance.

Responsibilities

• Replace broken parts from stock or order parts from machine shops.
• Prepare specifications for major repairs or parts orders.
• Reassemble machines and adjust for operation.
• Communicate repair status and timelines with foreman and supervisor.
• Adhere to safety procedures and use timekeeping systems.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Manual dexterity

Eye-hand coordination

Physical fitness

Balance

Job description

Machinery Maintenance Mechanic

Location

Anchorage, Alaska - Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

Type

Non-Exempt

Work Schedule

Full-Time, Day Shift

Compensation

$47.67 - $47.67 per hour

Benefits

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

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• $21.04 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 hardworking and helpful Machinery Maintenance Mechanic with a positive attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Replace broken or defective parts with items obtained from stock, and order the production of a replacement part by a machine shop, or send the machine to a machine shop for major repairs
• Prepare written specifications for major repairs or for the production of parts ordered from machine shops.
• Reassemble machines and make all necessary adjustments for operation.
• Communicate with the foreman, supervisor, and work control to update the status of repairs and estimated completion dates.
• Maintain high proficiency in and adhere to all Safety Procedures and Policies.
• Utilize computers and/or handheld mobile devices for timekeeping, data entry, and to manage assigned work.

Qualifications:

• One (1) year of facilities maintenance experience required.
• Proficiency in most semi-skilled tasks and all unskilled tasks.
• Up to one year of equivalent experience credit may be allowed for trade/other formal training that supports the attainment of proficiency for semi-skilled and skilled work.
• Must be able to perform manual labor for extended periods in a variety of different environments, including adverse weather and high places.
• Must have good manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, physical fitness, 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: 09/28/2026

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at [phone] or email [e-mail].

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