Grounds Maintenance Worker

Location: Silverdale Washington Bangor

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full Time Day Shift

Compensation: $21.68-$21.68/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 Grounds Maintenance Worker at Tessera include:

• Medical Dental Vision 401(k) retirement plan Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• $5.09/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 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.

Tessera is seeking a Skilled and professional Grounds Maintenance Worker with a positive attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Maintain and repair the grounds up to and around the facilities.
• Perform mowing trimming edging weed and brush control.
• Pick up and remove all rubbish debris and trash (which includes but is not limited to; rocks paper pine cones limbs and other portable objects) within the maintenance area and all trash papers and limbs lodged in shrubs hedges fences and along foundation walls.
• Load large wheel barrels with debris.
• Perform basic maintenance of grounds equipment.
• May operate a tractor and/or mower weed eaters chain saws pressure washer and brush cutters.
• Demonstrate ability to multi-task throughout workday with constant interruptions; Utilize company cell phones. Respond to phone calls promptly.
• Remove snow from walkways driveways roads or parking lots using shovel and snow blower spreads salt on walkways and other areas.

Qualifications:

• 6 months experience in grounds maintenance or prior laborer experience is preferred.
• Work both independently and in a collaborative team-oriented environment.
• Read and understand contract requirements and maps.

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 50 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 drivers license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tesseras insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant drivers 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: be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

*** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant drivers 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: our government contract 2.7.2.6 No employee or representative of the Contractor will be admitted to the site of work unless satisfactory proof of U.S. citizenship is furnished.

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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.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support please contact us at

ext. 349 or email.

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify