Engineering Technician III
Location: Colorado Springs CO (United States Air Force Acacemy)
Type: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Full Time Day Shift
Compensation: $41.50 - $41.50 /hourly
Deadline: December 31 2025
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 an Engineering Technician III 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 accrual of 22 paid days of vacation at the start of employment.
- 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 accomplished Engineering Technician III to advance mechanical electrical and plumbing (MEP) reliability and asset this senior-level role you will design and lead integration of CMMS IoT sensors RPA workflows and BI dashboards; conduct advanced system evaluations; mentor junior technicians; and collaborate closely with electrical HVAC and mechanical craftsmen to plan and execute mission-critical maintenance and repairsensuring infrastructure remains fully operational and compliant.
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Lead the design and deployment of integrated MEP asset management solutionsincluding CMMS (Maximo) mobile platforms RPA (UiPath) and BI toolsand architect RAM processes (inspections preventive maintenance RCA sensor integration) with software architects and SMEs.
- Conduct high-visibility reliability and optimization projects using low-code tools predictive analytics AI/ML and ISO 55000 standards to prioritize recapitalization and performance improvements.
- Collaborate with electrical HVAC and mechanical craftsmen to coordinate work scopes verify repair quality and ensure timely completion of mission-critical maintenance and repairs.
- Conduct advanced inspections and condition assessments of HVAC electrical distribution plumbing and fire-protection systems; analyze performance data recommend corrective actions and develop job plans CAD/Revit drawings and technical specifications in compliance with USAFA codes and safety protocols.
- Facilitate hands-on knowledge transfer for mid- and entry-level technicians conduct safety briefings and ensure compliance with OSHA and USAFA regulations.
- Lead RAM eLearning and strategic planning initiativesrecruiting members delivering training promoting certifications and identifying high-ROI MEP reliability and recapitalization projects that boost internal performance and mission success.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 58 years of hands-on experience as an engineering technician in mechanical electrical and plumbing systems maintenance reliability and asset management.
- Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology Structural Engineering Technology or related field; or equivalent military technical training required
- Bachelors degree Mechanical Electrical Civil or Facilities Engineering Technologyor a related fieldis preferred.
- Deep expertise with CMMS tools (IBM Maximo or equivalent) RPA platforms (UiPath) BI/dashboarding solutions and IoT sensor integration
- Proficient in AutoCAD Revit or equivalent CAD software; solid understanding of MEP design principles building codes and ISO 55000 standards
- Demonstrated track record of leading reliability projects (RCA PM optimization condition monitoring) and data-driven asset performance analysis
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills; proven ability to collaborate with craftsmen engineers and senior stakeholders
- NICET CMRP or equivalent certification highly desirable
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:
Union Affiliation:
This position is represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 113 and the United Association (UA) Local 58.
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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.
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Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify