Tessera
Plumber
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“Plumber at Tessera. Skills: Plumbing, Backflow prevention, System maintenance. Test, certify and repair backflow assemblies. Maintain, repair, install, inspect, remove, replace, and modify all plumbing equipment and components”
Industry & Context.
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, Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking, Standing or sitting for several hours at a time may be required, Climbing in and out of a vehicle may be required, Climbing up and down stairs may be required, Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time, 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, Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access, Background check will be conducted, E-Verify will be conducted
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum of five (5) years of plumbing experience required, 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, A valid state driver’s license is required, Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access
Nice to Have
Municipality of Anchorage plumber license preferred, State of Anchorage plumber license preferred (Journeyman level license preferred)
What You'll Do.
certify and repair backflow assemblies
and modify all plumbing equipment and components
Remove blockage from drain lines
repair or replace leaky joints
faucets and other outlets
Install and repair domestic
industrial and commercial hot water heaters
hot water storage tanks and plumbing fixtures
Install or replace and connect water
sewage and water/storm fixtures
Perform scheduled maintenance on plumbing systems and fixtures
Conduct winterization and de-winterization of facilities
Apply all code requirements during installations
Ensure all requirements are met as specified by the manufacturer
Ensure all installations
and maintenance are properly sized
Ensure all installations
and maintenance meet environmental protection requirements
Utilize mobile maintenance and inspection devices to maintain a record of all service and repair activities
Operate company-provided vehicles
gas and electric-powered small equipment
and maintain required tools and special equipment
Maintain and wear PPE as required
Read and understand drawings
Full Job Description
# **Plumber** **Location:** Anchorage, Alaska – Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson **Type:** Non-Exempt **Work Schedule:** Full-Time, Day Shift **Compensation:** $50.49 - $50.49 per hour **Benefits:** Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees. **This position is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated start date of August 25, 2026.** **Full-Time benefits of a Plumber at Tessera include:** * Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance * $13.13 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. Tessera is seeking an experienced and hardworking Plumber with a positive attitude. **Typical duties include but are not limited to:** * 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
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