Motor Vehicle Mechanic

Location: Oak Ridge, Tennessee - Department of Energy

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift

Compensation: $22.90 - $22.90 per 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 Motor Vehicle Mechanic at Tessera include:

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

• $6.20 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 hardworking and motivated Motor Vehicle Mechanic with a positive attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections, overhauls and repairs automotive and engineering equipment including passenger-carrying vehicles, light and heavy trucks, trailers, Safeguards Transporter Trailer, Armored Tractor, Escort Vehicles, Support Vehicles and other equipment.

• Work involves diagnosing the source of trouble and determining the extent of repairs required; replacing worn or broken parts such as piston rings, bearings, or other engine parts; grinding and adjusting valves; rebuilding carburetors; overhauling transmissions; and repairing fuel injection, lighting, and ignition systems.

• Use operator hoists, wrenches, gauges, cutting torches, grinding wheels, and other general or specialized machines, gauges and tools.

• Perform work requiring the reading of prints, electrical diagrams, and maintenance instructions applicable to the craft.

• Ensure accurate and efficient replacement of parts and makes repairs and/or adjustments to equipment.

• Maintain accurate records required during performance of job duties.

• Ensure that all parts used are properly charged and that exchanged items are turned in to the storeroom or properly disposed of.

• Responsible for safe operations and proper care of materials, tools and equipment, and the maintenance of good housekeeping in the Vehicle Maintenance Facility.

• Ensure compliance to applicable Quality Assurance Programs.

• Responsible for maintaining a knowledge of applicable Federal, State, DOE, Corporate and Site rules and regulations, Labor Agreements and Site-wide operating policies and procedures.

• Participate in worker involvement including input to work planning and methods to identify hazards and controls.

Qualifications:

• CDL A preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Automotive Maintenance or equivalent combination of experience and education.

• Must complete one ASE Certification per year until the title of Master Mechanic is achieved, once the title of Master Mechanic is obtained it must be maintained thereafter.

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. Must be able to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance company.

• 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.

• 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.

• A Department of Energy (DOE) pre-employment medical examination and drug screening are required. Candidates must meet federal guidelines to be considered for this position.

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*** 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.

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.