Boiler Technician

Location: Anchorage, Alaska – Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Day, Swing, and Grave 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 Boiler Technician 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 a knowledgeable and experienced Boiler Technician with a positive attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform routine maintenance on boiler equipment and systems.
• Maintain low-pressure boilers, high-pressure boilers, power boilers, steam boilers, or hot water heating systems.
• Replace defective valves, filters, or steam gauges.
• Monitor the boiler system to ensure it is operating safely and properly; facilitate periodic boiler cleaning.
• Test water systems and treat the water with chemicals as needed.
• Maintain and update required records for boiler operations.
• Address any problems with boiler systems and repair as needed.
• Contact the supervisor concerning potentially dangerous equipment or safety violations.
• Clean and maintain mechanical rooms as needed.
• 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 exterior sewers within 5 feet of the building, floor drains, fan coil units, air handling units, stacks, vents, and storm drainage systems.
• Adjust, repair, or replace leaky joints, faucets, and other outlets as necessary to maintain proper and efficient operation of all related plumbing and steam fitting systems including, but not limited to, hot water systems, chilled water systems, potable water systems, compressed and vacuum air systems, valves, inert and natural gas systems, and other associated systems, equipment, and components.
• Install and repair domestic, industrial, and commercial hot water heaters, hot water storage tanks and plumbing fixtures, equipment, and components, including commodes, urinals, kitchen and utility sinks, water fountains, frost-proof hydrants, showers, bathtubs, lavatories, shower pans, garbage disposals, dishwashers, fan and air handler coils, valves, pumps, and associated equipment and components.
• Operate, clean, and maintain required tools and special equipment.
• Install or replace and connect water, air, natural gas, sewage, and water/storm fixtures such as sewage lines, water closets, lavatories, showers, sinks, gas heaters, stoves, air compressor equipment, shop hydraulic vehicle lifts, cooling towers, grease traps, garbage disposals, dishwashers, floor drains, condensate and drip pans, circulation systems for heating and cooling systems, and associated equipment and components.
• Assist with scheduled preventive maintenance on plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Knowledge of code requirements during installations, repairs, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of requirements as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures.
• Knowledge of installation, repair, and maintenance, proper sizing, alignment, supports, and grading.
• Knowledge of installation, repair, and maintenance of environmental protection requirements.
• Maintain preventive maintenance and repair records.
• Read and understand drawings, work plans, and maps.

Qualifications:

• Must have a good knowledge of commercial plumbing and be able to use hand tools, power tools, and appliances required for the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing fixtures and pipes.
• Municipality of Anchorage boiler operator license required.
• State of Alaska boiler operator license required (Must be Fireman or Apprentice level boiler operator license).
• Third, Second, or First-Class boiler operator license preferred.
• Alaska certificate of fitness required.
• Must have a knowledge of plumbing codes.

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.

Pay: $50.49 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person