Small Engine Mechanic

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

$5.25/hour Health and Welfare Benefit

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Tessera is hiring a Small Engine Mechanic at the Fort Riley area (Junction City, KS). The role is full-time, day shift, non-exempt, offering a hourly wage of $26.44.

Eligible employees receive a broad benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, and life insurance, plus training and scholarships opportunities. Typical duties include maintenance of military equipment, minor repairs per manuals, servicing of trailers and power units, and thorough diagnostics with manuals and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain military equipment including wheeled and track vehicles, engineer equipment, generators and other vehicles.
• Perform minor repairs and services per technical manuals.
• Service and fuel transportation equipment, air compressors, generators and other equipment.
• Inspect and repair brakes, suspension, wheels, hubs and steering systems.
• Record keeping, cleaning, lubrication, and basic body work as needed.
• Read and follow technical manuals and schematics for diagnostics and repairs.

Skills

ASE certification

Vehicle maintenance

Ability to read manuals

Tools

Technical manuals

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 : This position is represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 101
• Date Posted: 08/03/2026