Power Production Technician

Tessera; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Health and Welfare Benefit

Flexible Spending Accounts

11 paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Professional development

EAP

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Tessera seeks a Power Production Technician at USAFA to install, operate, maintain, and repair electrical power systems supporting mission-critical infrastructure. You will work with airfield lighting, alarms, and protection systems, ensuring uninterrupted power and reliability in a demanding environment.

The role requires at least 5 years in industrial electrical systems, and a Colorado Journeyman Electrician License is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial, military, or industrial electrical systems and power production.
• Colorado Journeyman Electrician License preferred or AFSC 3E052 certification.
• In-depth knowledge of power generation, switchgear, control panels, and emergency backup systems.
• Experience with airfield lighting, cathodic protection, and lightning protection systems preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and engineered performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, maintain, and repair electrical power generation systems, control panels, and associated equipment.
• Plan and organize electrical maintenance and repair activities using engineered performance standards.
• Coordinate scheduled outages, emergency repairs, and system upgrades with base users and stakeholders.
• Investigate work sites to determine resource needs and prepare cost estimates for service requests.
• Apply technical drawings, schematics, and specifications to layout and execute electrical work.
• Maintain and update maintenance forms, logs, and documentation per USAFA protocols.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, and USAF safety standards including lockout/tagout and arc flash procedures.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Blueprints reading

Safety compliance

Team coordination

On-call readiness

Education

Colorado Journeyman Electrician License

AFSC 3E052 certification

Job description

Power Production Technician

Location: Colorado Springs, CO (United States Air Force Academy)

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift. On-call work may also be required based on operational needs.

Compensation: $39.06/hourly

Deadline: October 2, 2026

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 Power Production Technician at Tessera include:

• 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 and paid time off
• 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.

The Power Production Technician is responsible for the safe, efficient, and code-compliant installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical power generation and distribution systems supporting mission-critical infrastructure at USAFA. This includes airfield lighting, fire alarms, lightning protection, and cathodic protection systems. The role requires advanced technical expertise, field leadership, and coordination with base personnel to ensure uninterrupted power and system reliability across the installation.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Install, operate, maintain, and repair electrical power generation systems, control panels, and associated equipment.
• Plan and organize electrical maintenance and repair activities using engineered performance standards.
• Coordinate scheduled outages, emergency repairs, and system upgrades with base users and stakeholders.
• Investigate work sites to determine resource needs and prepare cost estimates for service requests.
• Apply technical drawings, schematics, and specifications to layout and execute electrical work.
• Monitor work order priorities, labor costs, and compliance with support agreements and recapitalization plans.
• Interpret and analyze electrical generating unit records for maintenance planning and reporting.
• Maintain and update maintenance forms, logs, and documentation in accordance with USAFA protocols.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, and USAF safety standards including lockout/tagout and arc flash procedure.
• Operate lift equipment and perform tasks in confined spaces, at heights, and under adverse weather conditions.
• Maintain professionalism in appearance, conduct, and communication across all tasks.
• Must be able to respond within one hour when on standby.
• Support special events with mobile generator units to include light towers.
• All Other Duties as Assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial, military, or industrial electrical systems and power production
• Valid Colorado Journeyman Electrician License preferred or equivalent military certification AFSC 3E052
• In-depth knowledge of power generation systems, switchgear, control panels, and emergency backup systems
• Experience with aircraft arresting systems, cathodic protection, and lightning protection systems preferred
• Familiarity with airfield lighting systems and DoD electrical infrastructure standards
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and engineered performance standards

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.

• 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.

Union Affiliation: This position is represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union, Local 113

Date Posted: 09/02/2026

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.

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.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.

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