What are the responsibilities and job description for the Airport Field Tech I- Denver International Airport position at City and County of Denver?
About Our Job
The Denver International Airport Field Maintenance team is looking for an Airport Field Tech I. They will perform entry to intermediate journey level construction, maintenance, and repair work on a wide variety of linear assets and federally regulated airport surfaces with a focus on asphalt, concrete, and earthwork projects.
What We Offer
The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $25-$28 an hour. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:
Denver International Airport (DEN) is the third-busiest airport in the United States and one of the top ten busiest airports in the world, connecting our community globally through flight and business. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $36.4 billion for the region annually and employing nearly 37,000 people. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and uplift all races, ethnicities, gender identities, national origins, ages, abilities, religion, and LGBTQIA communities. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, and we strive to keep diversity, equity and inclusion at the center of all that we do.
Key responsibilities will include:
We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.
Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:
We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:
To be considered for this position, you must include the following on your job application (upload the attachment(s) to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab):
Resume
Please submit your application as soon as possible.
FBI Background Check
FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment. By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required.
Snow / Emergency Duties
Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If weather conditions warrant or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees can be required to work extended hours and/or shifts.
About Everything Else
Job Profile
CJ3495 Airport Field Technician I
To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.
Position Type
Unlimited
Position Salary Range
$22.76 - $34.14
Starting Pay
$25-$28
Agency
Denver International Airport
The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days’ notice.
Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.
For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.
The Denver International Airport Field Maintenance team is looking for an Airport Field Tech I. They will perform entry to intermediate journey level construction, maintenance, and repair work on a wide variety of linear assets and federally regulated airport surfaces with a focus on asphalt, concrete, and earthwork projects.
What We Offer
The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $25-$28 an hour. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:
- Four (4) Medical Plans, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Pension Plan for Life (Employee contributes 8.45%, Employer matches at 17.95%) and 457 (b) Retirement Plan
- PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year) and 12 paid holidays
- Yearly Merit Increase
- STD, LTD, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance
- CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program, Employee Volunteer Program
- Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2000/year), We Qualify for Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources
- EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)
- On site at Denver International Airport (parking is provided)
- Shifts available: Day Shift: 5:30AM to 4:00PM or 6:00AM to 4:30PM/Swing Shift: 4:00PM to 2:30AM/Graveyard Shifts: 7:30PM to 6:00AM
- Shifts are not guaranteed and are subject to change. 7%-12% pay differential depending on shift assigned and equipment operated.
- Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If staffing challenges occur, weather conditions warrant or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees will be required to work extended hours and/or alternative shifts (includes nights, weekends, and holidays)
- Participates in mandatory snow removal duties. Timings are On Call Snow Overtime: 3:30am to 3:30pm or 3:30pm to 3:30am
- Shifts are not guaranteed and are subject to change
- Uniforms are provided along with a work boot allowance
- Mobile phone stipend
Denver International Airport (DEN) is the third-busiest airport in the United States and one of the top ten busiest airports in the world, connecting our community globally through flight and business. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $36.4 billion for the region annually and employing nearly 37,000 people. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and uplift all races, ethnicities, gender identities, national origins, ages, abilities, religion, and LGBTQIA communities. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, and we strive to keep diversity, equity and inclusion at the center of all that we do.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Participates in 12-hour rotating shifts for airfield snow removal duties and operates large, complex specialized industrial equipment in accordance with the nature of the work and the efficiency of airport specific multifunctional snow removal equipment.
- Prepares subgrade for asphalt paving operations in a wide variety of applications to include multi-lane roadways, taxiway aprons, runway shoulders, and parking lots.
- Installs, repairs, and maintains concrete for curb and gutter, full panels, spalls, and foundations both on and off the airfield.
- Installs, repairs, and maintains asphalt surfaces through various methods to include patching, sealing and overlays.
- Installs and maintains ADA compliant pavements.
- Constructs, maintains, and repairs roadway structures to include shoulders, guardrail, fencing, and signage.
- Performs temporary mobile lane closures and initiates construction zones to facilitate road work.
- Performs vegetation management by eradicating and controlling invasive weed species.
- Performs other related duties as assigned in all weather conditions
We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.
Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:
- Knowledge of CFR Part 139 rules/regulations and FAA Advisory Circulars.
- Knowledge of airport emergency response procedures.
- Knowledge of radio etiquette
- Knowledge of machines and tools including their designs, installation, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Snow removal experience
- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the appropriate tools to construct pavement.
- Knowledge of hazardous materials and waste and their uses, interactions, dangers, production, handling, storage, and disposal.
- Knowledge of procedures for operating motor vehicles including cars, trucks, or equipment.
- Knowledge of motor vehicle engines, parts, and systems including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Knowledge of safety hazards and necessary safety precautions sufficient to be able to establish a safe work environment for self and others.
We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:
- Graduation from high school or possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
- One (1) year of experience in construction, asphalt, or concrete repair.
- A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements.
- Requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (Class B with air brake endorsement) at the time of application.
- Required to obtain and maintain a current DOT physical certification.
- Required to obtain and maintain an Airport ID badge and LAR driving privileges.
- Flagger certification is required at the time of application or within six months of probation.
- Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.
To be considered for this position, you must include the following on your job application (upload the attachment(s) to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab):
Resume
Please submit your application as soon as possible.
FBI Background Check
FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment. By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required.
Snow / Emergency Duties
Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If weather conditions warrant or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees can be required to work extended hours and/or shifts.
About Everything Else
Job Profile
CJ3495 Airport Field Technician I
To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.
Position Type
Unlimited
Position Salary Range
$22.76 - $34.14
Starting Pay
$25-$28
Agency
Denver International Airport
The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days’ notice.
Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.
For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.
