Plumber

Skookum Aerospace Manufacturing; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

FSA (Medical & Dependent Care)

Holidays (11)

Vacation days (12)

Paid sick leave

Tuition assistance

Professional development

EAP

Job summary

Tessera is seeking a skilled plumber for Anchorage, AK, to test, certify, and repair backflow assemblies and to maintain a wide range of plumbing systems across water, sewer, and gas networks. The role requires substantial field experience and the ability to read complex drawings and plans.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k), life and disability coverage, paid holidays, vacation accrual, PTO, tuition assistance, professional development, and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of plumbing experience required.
• Municipality of Anchorage plumber license preferred.
• Alaska certificate of fitness required.

Responsibilities

• Test, certify and repair backflow assemblies.
• Maintain, repair, install, inspect, remove, replace, and modify plumbing equipment and components across water, sewer, gas systems and related facilities.
• Read and understand drawings, work plans, and maps.

Skills

Plumbing experience

Job description

Location

Anchorage, Alaska – Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

Job Type

Non-Exempt

Work Schedule

Full-Time, Day Shift

Compensation

$50.49 - $50.49 per hour

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 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

Duties

• Test, certify and repair backflow assemblies.
• Maintain, repair, install, inspect, remove, replace, and modify all plumbing equipment and components for water, sewer, swimming pools, inert gas, natural gas, air vacuum, compressed air systems, steam, and POL equipment.
• Remove blockage from drain lines, both interior and exterior sewers within contract lines of demarcation, floor drains, fan coil units, air handling units, stacks, vents, and storm drainage systems.
• Adjust, repair or replace leaky joints, faucets and other outlets as necessary to maintain proper and efficient operation of all related plumbing and steam fitting systems including, but not limited to, hot water systems, chilled water systems, potable water systems, compressed and vacuum air systems, valves, inert and natural gas systems, and other associated systems, equipment and components.
• Install and repair domestic, industrial and commercial hot water heaters, hot water storage tanks and plumbing fixtures, equipment and components, including commodes, urinals, kitchen and utility sinks, water fountains, frost-proof hydrants, showers, bathtubs, lavatories, shower pans, garbage disposals, dishwashers, fan and air handler coils, valves, pumps, and associated equipment and components.
• Install or replace and connect water, air, natural gas, sewage and water/storm fixtures such as sewage lines, water closets, lavatories, showers, sinks, gas heaters, stoves, air compressor equipment, shop hydraulic vehicle lifts, cooling towers, grease traps, garbage disposals, dishwashers, floor drains, condensate and drip pans, circulation systems for heating and cooling systems, and associated equipment and components.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Conduct winterization and de-winterization of facilities to prevent damage to systems and sub-systems.
• Apply all code requirements during installations, repairs, and maintenance to include UMC and UPC.
• Ensure all requirements are met as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures.
• Ensure all installations, repairs, and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported, and graded.
• Ensure all installations, repairs, and maintenance meet environmental protection requirements.
• Utilize mobile maintenance and inspection devices to maintain a record of all service and repair activities to include ultrasonic and thermography.
• Must be able to operate company-provided vehicles, trailers, and lifts, gas and electric-powered small equipment.
• Operate, clean, and maintain required tools and special equipment.
• Must maintain and wear PPE as required.
• Read and understand drawings, work plans, and maps.

Qualifications

Minimum of five (5) years of plumbing experience required. Municipality of Anchorage plumber license preferred. State of Anchorage plumber license preferred (Journeyman level license preferred). Alaska certificate of fitness required. Personnel inspecting, testing, certifying, and making recommendations for corrective action for backflow preventers shall be certified per UG-2029-ENV and have a Backflow Assembly Tester (BAT) certificate for the State of Alaska. Personnel performing maintenance on backflow preventers shall have a journeymen plumber's license.

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.

Equal Opportunity

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

Accessibility & Accommodation

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].

Company Culture & Diversity

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. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

We currently support over 1,700 employees across 13 states and Washington, D.C., and continue to expand nationwide.