Small Engine Mechanic

Tessera; Fort Riley (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Health & Welfare Benefit

Flexible Spending Accounts

11 Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation Days

Paid Sick Leave

Bonus Potential

Tuition Assistance

Professional Development

Verizon Discount

EAP

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Tessera is seeking a Small Engine Mechanic in Junction City, Kansas (Fort Riley) to service military equipment and vehicles, perform routine maintenance, and support grounds maintenance equipment. The role is full-time, day shift, non-exempt, with a compensation of $26.44 per hour.

ASE certification is preferred and a minimum of three years of light to heavy truck experience is required. A valid driver's license and ability to obtain security clearances are also necessary.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow technical manuals and schematics.
• Strong problem solving and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain military equipment including wheeled and track vehicles, power generation, and material handling equipment.
• Perform minor repairs and services as outlined in manuals.
• Service and fuel transportation equipment and related machinery.
• Inspect and repair brakes, suspension, wheels, and steering systems.
• Maintain records, wash and lubricate vehicles, check fluids, and perform tire repairs.

Education

ASE Certification

Job description

Small Engine Mechanic

Location: Junction City, Kansas (Fort Riley)

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift

Compensation: $26.44 - $26.44 per hour

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 Small Engine Mechanic at Tessera include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• $5.25 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.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Must be knowledgeable in maintenance of military equipment to include, but not limited to, wheeled vehicles, track vehicles, engineer equipment, power generation, and material handling equipment.
• Able to accomplish minor repairs and perform services as outlined in established technical manuals.
• Must be able to service and fuel transportation equipment, air compressors, generators, lawn maintenance equipment and other motor vehicles and equipment as assigned.
• Must be able to perform inspection and repair on brakes, suspension, wheels, hubs and steering systems.
• Maintain accurate records, wash, clean and lubricate vehicles, equipment, check all fluid levels and adjust accordingly during fueling operations, repair tires and perform minor body repairing and painting as required.
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow technical manuals, lube orders, wiring and hydraulic schematics to ensure proper diagnosis and repair during scheduled services.
• Must be able to accurately determine needed repair parts and generate parts request.
• Train employees on proper operation, daily preventative maintenance activities and safety checks of grounds maintenance equipment and snow removal equipment.

Qualifications:

• ASE certification preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years light, medium and heavy truck experience.
• Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, tell time and count work hours, and to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

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.

Union Affiliation:

* Union Affiliation: This position is represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 101

This position is represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 101.

Date Posted: 08/03/2026

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.

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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.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

[phone] ext. 349, or email [e-mail].

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