Seasonal Irrigation Technician

Location: Airway Heights, Washington - Fairchild AFB

Type: Non-Exempt,

Work Schedule: Full-Time/ Day Shift/ (Mon - Fri) Anticipated start date: March 30, 2026.

Compensation: $25.77 - $25.77/hour + an additional $5.09/hour Health and Welfare Benefit (cash payout with qualifying health insurance)

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Temporary benefits of a Seasonal Irrigation Technician at Tessera include:

• IF APPLICABLE: Dependent on position, flexible start and end times, and a combination of remote and in-person schedules

• $5.09/hour Health and Welfare Benefit

• PART TIME: Paid holidays on a pro-rata basis and paid sick leave

• FULL TIME: Paid holidays and paid sick leave

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and engaging wellness program

• 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 hardworking and motivated Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Worker with a positive/helpful attitude. This is a temporary position and is expected to run up to but no longer than November 30th, 2026.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform daily irrigation operations, system maintenance, and repairs to ensure all systems function effeciently and meet contract requirements.

• Install, adjust, and maintain sprinklers, valves, controllers, timers, and sensors to ensure proper coverage, spray patterns, and optimal system performance

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair irrigation system issues, including electrical and mechanical components.

• Conduct seasonal system startups, shutdowns, winterization, and freeze protection procedures.

• Monitor system performance and water usage, identifying leaks, malfunctions, or areas for efficiency improvements.

• Apply landscaping and turf management practices to support healthy, attractive grounds.

• Operate hand tools, power tools, and irrigation equipment safely and effectively.

• Maintain accurate records and provide clear written and verbal communication, including documentation, reporting, and email correspondence.

• Serve as backup support to the Grounds team and collaborate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, QA inspectors, subcontractors, and military or civilian personnel.

• Participate in on-call rotation as needed for irrigation emergencies.

• Ensure all work areas are clean, safe, and free of debris after maintenance or repair activities.

• *All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation systems, including sprinklers, valves, controllers, timers, and related electrical or mechanical components.

• Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose leaks, malfunctions, and system performance issues and make timely repairs.

• Knowledge of irrigation and basic landscaping practices, including system startups, shutdowns, winterization, and water efficiency.

• Reliable and safety-focused, with the ability to use hand and power tools, keep accurate records, communicate clearly, and work independently or as part of a team.

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.

Tessera complies with Spokane County's Ordinance C36666 (Ban the Address), your application can include a PO Box, mailing address or another address where you could receive mail if needed. Your physical address is not required as part of the application.

If you prefer not to provide an address at all as part of the application, please write: "do not wish to provide" in the address line and you can use Spokane, WA 99202 for city, state and zip code.

*** 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.

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

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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

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