Auto Technician

Position Overview Automotive Technician (Auto Worker) – Location: Washington, D.C. (Naval Research Laboratory). Full Time, Non-Exempt. Day Shift, Monday–Friday. Compensation: $29.30–$29.30/hr plus $2,500 sign‑on bonus. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan, life and short‑term disability insurance, health and welfare benefit of $5.85 per hour worked, flexible spending accounts, 11 paid federal holidays, 12 paid days of vacation accrued at the start of employment, paid sick leave, shared earning bonus, tuition assistance after 1 year, scholarship opportunities for qualified dependents, professional development, discounts, Employee Assistance Program, wellness program, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility. Responsibilities Perform preventative maintenance (PMs) and repair services per technical manuals. Service and transport equipment such as forklifts, generators, lawn maintenance equipment. Inspect and repair brakes, suspension, wheels, hubs, steering, and other vehicle systems. Maintain records of work, time, materials, and equipment maintenance; update service workbook and daily task sheets per contract requirements. Assist the master mechanic on major repair jobs – disassemble, clean parts, remove subcomponents, reassemble and install subcomponents. Assist with loading and unloading equipment, properly store and inventory parts and supplies. Qualifications Minimum 3 years of experience with light, medium, and heavy trucks. Preferred ASE certification. Must hold a CDLB with Passenger Endorsement license or obtain within 6 months of hire. Ability to provide a general mechanic’s toolbox. Ability to read, understand, and follow technical manuals, lube orders, wiring, and hydraulic schematics. Knowledgeable of hazardous material and waste regulations and right‑to‑know information sheets. Demonstrated good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity to changing situations and needs. Requirements Valid domestic CDLB with Passenger Endorsement. Must obtain and maintain approval to operate a vehicle by Tessera’s insurance carrier; applicants without CDL encouraged to obtain within 6 months of employment. Must obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. Background check and E‑Verify will be conducted. Must pass a DOT‑regulated pre‑employment medical examination and drug screening. Must meet federal guidelines to be considered for this position. Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL‑ID compliant driver’s license or acceptable alternative. Date Posted: 07/01/2026. Equal Opportunity Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled. Tessera participates in E‑Verify. To apply, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Skookum Aerospace Manufacturing