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Mechanic, Forklift

Tessera
Silverdale, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/25/2026

Mechanic, Forklift

Location: Multiple Locations: Silverdale (Bangor), Bremerton (PSNS), and Port Townsend (NMII)

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-time

Compensation: $40.29/hr- $40.29/hr

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 Mechanic, Forklift at Tessera include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

  • $11.41/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 Forklift Mechanic to diagnose, adjust, repair, and overhaul Material Handling Equipment (MHE), including forklifts, pallet jacks, aerial boom lifts, and scissor lifts. This position plays a vital role in maintaining operational readiness and ensuring all equipment meets safety and performance standards.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

  • Identifies and resolves mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems in forklifts.

  • Performs routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs to ensure optimal equipment performance.

  • Using diagnostic tools and software to pinpoint and resolve issues with forklifts.

  • Maintains accurate records of repairs, maintenance, and parts used.

  • Ensures all work is performed in accordance with safety regulations and industry standards.

  • Repairs and maintains the operating condition of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) including forklifts pallet jacks ranging from 2,000 to 70,000 lb. capacity, aerial boom and scissor lifts

  • Dismantles and reassembles equipment to OEM specifications and Navy standards, using various lifting equipment, hand and pneumatic tools.

  • Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.

  • Basic rigging procedures may be required.

  • Examines equipment and parts for damage and wear using calibrated measuring tools.

  • Repairs and replaces electric, diesel, propane or gasoline MHE and components such as air systems, cooling systems, starting and charging systems.

  • Repairs vehicle chassis, electrical systems, drive trains, brake systems, and hydraulic systems.

  • Repairs and rebuilds broken parts and structural members using welding and other fabrication techniques.

  • Operates and inspects machines and equipment to diagnose component defects and performs repairs.

Qualifications:

  • Highschool Diploma/GED required.

  • Minimum 3 years of operating a Forklift.

  • A Forklift License is required.

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 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.

Date posted: (MM//DD/YYYY)

*** 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.

Per 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."

To Apply: Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.

Current Employees: need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance.

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

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or emailrecruiting@tessera.org.

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


Skookum is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

 

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