À propos de ce poste Laborer chez Tessera
Laborer
Location: Colorado Springs, CO (United States Air Force Academy)
Type: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Full Time, Afternoon/Night Shift
Compensation: $22.55/hourly
Deadline: September 18, 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 Laborer at Tessera include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- $8.78/hr Health and Welfare Benefit
- Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
- 11 paid federal holidays, 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.
Tessera is seeking a dependable and hardworking Laborer to support the Base Maintenance Contract at USAFA. This role is essential to maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness of the installation. The Laborer performs a variety of manual tasks including material handling, refuse collection, snow removal, and general facility support.
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Assist skilled trades personnel (e.g., electricians, plumbers, carpenters) with tools, materials, and basic tasks.
- Perform general maintenance such as cleaning, debris removal, and site preparation.
- Load, unload, and transport materials, equipment, and supplies across the installation.
- Operate basic hand tools and power equipment under supervision.
- Load and unload trucks and other conveyances; move supplies and materials.
- Dig, fill, and tamp earth excavations; level ground using hand tools such as picks, shovels, tampers, and rakes.
- Shovel concrete and snow; spread sand and deicer on icy roads and walkways.
- Clean culverts, ditches, roofs, and gutters to maintain drainage and safety.
- Support road patching and minor repair activities as directed.
- Empty outdoor trash cans and cigarette disposal containers; remove litter and debris from designated areas.
- Respond to work orders and assist with setup or teardown for base events or facility changes.
- Assist with customer requests such as staging chairs and lighting for events, and disposing of used pallets and packing materials.
- Maintain work areas in clean and orderly condition.
- Perform on-call/standby work as needed.
- Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- All Other Duties as Assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year of general labor or maintenance experience preferred.
- Experience working on military installations or government contracts is a plus.
- Familiarity with basic hand tools and manual labor techniques.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
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 the United Association (UA), Local 58.
An AmeriCorps application is required (may include a resume). Visit the AmeriCorps website at https://www.americorps.gov/join to apply on-line.
AmeriCorps is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled
This position is not employed by Tessera.
