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HVAC Refrigeration Technician 1A

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sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Washington, Oak Harbor
Feb 10, 2026
HVAC Refrigeration Technician 1A

Location: Oak Harbor, Washington - Naval Air Station Whidbey Island

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift

Compensation: $49.12 - $49.12 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 an HVAC Refrigeration Technician 1A at Tessera include:

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

  • $7.15 per hour Health and Welfare Benefit

  • Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

  • 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 10 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 an experienced and hardworking HVAC Refrigeration Technician 1A with a positive attitude.

Applicants may be asked to complete a brief positionrelated knowledge exercise during the interview process; reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

  • Replace electrical receptacles, wires, switches, fixtures, motors, etc.

  • Work from blueprints, drawings, models, and/or verbal, written instructions.

  • Perform occasional painting and touch up of structures and equipment.

  • Must be available for after-hours dispatch and on-call rotation.

  • Maintain EPA, Navy, and CFSI required refrigeration documentation.

  • Communicate and interact directly with the customer and supervisors; informing the customer of unexpected or additional repairs and determining customer needs.

  • Responds to customer inquiries and complaints.

  • Ensure completed work meets quality control standards.

  • Maintain professionalism in both appearance and demeanor.

  • Follow all Safety Procedures and Policies.

  • For DDC: Collect and Trend Data.

  • For DDC: Adjust or install a PID Loop to reduce or eliminate actuator hunting.

  • For DDC: Design and Input a working program into a controller to operate a Variable Air Volume Box or a Constant Air Volume Box.

  • For DDC: Calculate a designed CFM for a given room using a Constant Air Volume or Variable Air Volume Control Box.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum three (3) years of utility maintenance required.

  • Refrigeration transition and recovery technician certification, type II (universal) required.

  • Intermediate level DDC and pneumatic control experience.

  • Must be familiar with Lonworks, Bacnet, Siemens, Network 2000 (Ivensys) and N2.

  • EL-06A license required.

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 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 IUOE, Local 302.

Date Posted: 02/09/2026* Union Affiliation: This position is represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers

*** 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.

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify
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