Engineering Technician II

Engineering Technician II

Location: Colorado Springs, CO (United States Air Force Acacemy)

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift

Compensation: $38.74 - $38.74 /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 II 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 seeks an experienced Engineering Technician II to lead mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) maintenance and reliability efforts at the United States Air Force Academy. In this role, you'll champion MEP asset management strategies-integrating CMMS, IoT sensors, and automation tools-conduct advanced system inspections, develop repair plans and technical specifications, and mentor junior technicians. Your expertise will drive preventive maintenance optimization, root-cause analysis, and ISO 55000-aligned asset initiatives to keep critical infrastructure mission-ready.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Configure and optimize CMMS (Maximo), RPA workflows, and BI dashboards for MEP asset management.
• Inspect HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, and fire-protection systems; document issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Partner with MEP craftsmen to plan, execute, and verify maintenance tasks aligned with mission objectives.
• Develop and maintain job plans, CAD/Revit drawings, and technical specifications for MEP repairs and upgrades.
• Lead reliability initiatives-RCA, PM optimization, condition monitoring, ISO 55000-based asset analysis, and project prioritization.
• Mentor technicians, enforce USAFA/OSHA safety standards, and coordinate cross-functional teams.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 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
• Bachelor's degree Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Facilities Engineering Technology-or a related field-is preferred.
• Proficiency with CMMS tools (IBM Maximo or equivalent), RPA platforms (e.g., UiPath), BI solutions, and IoT sensor technologies.
• Skilled in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar CAD software; strong grasp of MEP design principles and applicable building codes.
• Demonstrated ability to perform RCA, PM optimization, and data-driven asset performance analysis.
• Proven leadership: mentoring junior staff, coordinating federated teams, and communicating technical results to stakeholders.
• NICET certification or equivalent engineering-technician credential is a plus

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:

• 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.

Union Affiliation:

This position is represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 113, and the United Association (UA), Local 58.

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.