Airport Maintenance Technician – Denver International Airport

Airport Maintenance Technician

Since opening on Feb. 28, 1995, Denver International Airport (DEN) has become one of the world's busiest airports. In 2025, 82,427,962 passengers passed through DEN, making DEN 4th busiest airport in the U.S. and the world's 10th busiest airport. DEN is Colorado's primary economic engine, generating $47.2 billion in annual economic impact for the state. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.

We celebrate individuality and strive to keep Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility (EDIA) at the center of all that we do.

The Denver International Airport Field Maintenance team is looking for an Airport Maintenance Tech. This position with the Field Maintenance Division performs semi-skilled general labor of grounds, roadway, taxiway, and runway maintenance under the supervisor of Airport Field Technician Supervisors. The Airport Maintenance Technician is an entry-level role with opportunities for advancement, based at Denver International Airport. Employees work in the FAA-regulated Air Operations Area (AOA), requiring enhanced security clearance and airfield driving certification.

All maintenance must comply with federal regulations, including CFR Part 139 and FAA Advisory Circular 150/5380-6C.

Key Responsibilities 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.
• Responds to after-hours calls or emergency calls outside of normal scheduled or business hours.
• Performs work not requiring a license on a regular basis in one or more trades areas including welding, linear construction (asphalt and cement), maintenance operating specialized hand and power tools such as a jackhammer, plate and jumping compactors, collecting large roadside trash collection, locksmith, power washing tool machinery, airfield paint/markings, and graphics.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs roadway structures to include roadway shoulders, guardrail, fencing, and signage.
• Assists with repair of airfield asphalt and concrete surfaces.
• Assists with vegetation management and eradicating and controlling invasive weed species.
• Assists with barricades, signage, lighting, and any other appropriate device is in place to prevent an unauthorized aircraft, vehicle, or person from entering a closed runway, taxiway, or service road.
• Responds to airfield emergencies and provides support, including escort of first responders in support of the emergency response plan.
• Sweep and power wash structures and tunnels to include picking up trash.
• 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 machines and tools including their designs, installation, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the appropriate tools to construct objects, structures, and buildings.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools to apply paint and other protective coating materials on drywall, wood, metal, glass, and other surfaces.

Required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
• One (1) year of experience performing a variety of duties in construction, mechanical, or maintenance.
• A combination of appropriate education and experience maybe substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements.
• Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.
• Required to obtain and maintain Airport  and LAR driving privileges.
• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

Internal Candidates Only:
Please note that probationary employees are not eligible to apply to open positions until they've successfully passed probation. Please only apply if you have already passed probation.

Additional Information

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…