Sheetmetlal Worker Welder

Sheet Metal Worker / Welder

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

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift

Compensation: $36.42 - $36.42 /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 a Sheet Metal Worker / Welder 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, 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 skilled, dedicated, and safety-conscious Sheet Metal Worker/Welder to join our team at USAFA. We value craftsmanship, reliability, and a strong work ethic-and we're looking for someone who takes pride in their trade and thrives in a mission-driven environment. If you're an AWS Certified Welder with experience in sheet metal fabrication, structural welding, and pressure vessel repair, we invite you to bring your expertise to a team that respects your contribution and supports your growth.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Interpret blueprints, models, and specifications to plan and execute sheet metal fabrication and welding tasks
• Operate sheet-metal machinery and hand tools to cut, bend, form, and assemble components for structural, HVAC, and mechanical systems
• Perform welding using gas, brazing, and arc processes (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW) across a variety of applications including pipefitting, structural supports, and equipment repairs
• Weld, inspect, and maintain pressure vessels and steam systems in compliance with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code standards
• Conduct thermal cutting, grinding, and finishing operations; diagnose and repair cracks, corrosion, and fatigue in pressurized systems
• Collaborate with inspectors and engineers to ensure code compliance; maintain documentation and support cross-functional maintenance tasks as needed

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in welding, sheet metal work, and industrial maintenance
• Experience with pressure vessel and steam system welding preferred
• AWS Certified Welder (CW) required
• QC7 Supplement C (Sheet Metal) preferred
• Familiarity with ASME Section IX and D1.1/D9.1 codes required
• Proficiency in basic shop math and blueprint reading
• Skilled in using inspection tools and fabrication equipment
• Knowledge of welding safety standards and pressure vessel codes
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Competency in using computers and relevant software

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.