Plumber

Skookum Aerospace Manufacturing; Alaska; On-site; USD 57,382 - 81,727; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Skookum Aerospace Manufacturing is hiring a Plumber for their operations at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska. This full-time role includes responsibilities such as testing and repairing backflow assemblies and installing plumbing systems for various applications.

Candidates should have a minimum of five years of experience, with preferences given to those with municipal and state plumbing licenses. The benefits package is comprehensive, offering medical, retirement plans, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of plumbing experience.
• Municipality of Anchorage plumber license preferred.
• State of Alaska plumber license (Journeyman level) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Test, certify, and repair backflow assemblies.
• Install, repair, and inspect plumbing equipment and components.
• Maintain records using mobile maintenance and inspection devices.

Skills

Backflow assembly testing

Plumbing installation and repair

Code compliance knowledge

Record maintenance

Education

Journeyman plumber license

Alaska certificate of fitness

Job description

Job Summary

Plumber – Anchorage, Alaska – Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. Non‑Exempt, Full‑time, Day Shift. Start date anticipated August 25, 2026. Hourly pay $50.49 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Test, certify, and repair backflow assemblies.
• Install, repair, inspect, remove, replace, and modify all plumbing equipment and components for water, sewer, swimming pools, inert gas, natural gas, air‑vacuum, compressed‑air, steam, and POL equipment.
• Remove blockages from drain lines, sewers, floor drains, fan‑coil units, air‑handling units, stacks, vents, and storm‑drainage systems.
• Adjust, repair, or replace leaky joints, faucets, and other outlets to maintain proper operation of hot water, chilled water, potable water, compressed‑air, and vacuum systems.
• Install and repair domestic, industrial, and commercial hot water heaters, storage tanks, and plumbing fixtures, including sinks, showers, toilets, and related equipment.
• Install or replace and connect water, air, natural‑gas, sewage, and storm‑fixtures such as water closets, showers, silos, gas heaters, and cooling towers.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and winterization to prevent damage to systems.
• Apply all code requirements (UMC, UPC) and ensure installations are properly sized, aligned, supported, and graded.
• Maintain records using mobile maintenance and inspection devices such as ultrasonic and thermography tools.
• Operate company‑provided vehicles, trailers, lifts, and small equipment; operate, clean, and maintain required tools and special equipment; wear PPE as required; read and understand drawings, work plans, and maps.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of plumbing experience.
• Municipality of Anchorage plumber license preferred.
• State of Anchorage plumber license (Journeyman level) preferred.
• Alaska certificate of fitness required.
• Certified per UG‑2029‑ENV and Backflow Assembly Tester (BAT) certificate for the State of Alaska.
• Personnel performing maintenance on backflow preventers must have a journeyman plumber’s license.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and perform repetitive motion for several hours.
• Ability to climb in and out of vehicles and move up and down stairs.
• Perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements

• Valid state driver’s license with ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
• Real ID‑compliant driver’s license, U.S. passport, or military ID required for access to the federal military installation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
• A background check and E‑Verify will be conducted for this position.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short‑Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 11 paid federal holidays, 12 paid vacation days at the start of employment, paid sick leave, potential shared earning bonus, tuition assistance after one year of employment, scholarships for qualified dependents, professional development and training opportunities, Verizon wireless discount, Employee Assistance Program, wellness program, and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness for full‑time employees.

Tessera is committed to creating opportunities for people with disabilities, veterans with disabilities, and all other under‑represented groups.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Women, Minorities, Veterans, Disabled. Tessera participates in E‑Verify.