Airport Facilities Maintenance Technician

At the Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO), our facilities support commercial air service, general aviation, tenants, and over a half million travelers each year. As a Facilities Maintenance Technician
, you’ll be responsible for the systems that keep the airport running—from HVAC, electrical, and plumbing to heavy equipment and snow removal operations.

This is a permanent afternoon/evening position, with a base schedule of Monday–Friday, 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. This dedicated shift expands maintenance coverage into the afternoon and evening hours, giving you the opportunity to work on a wide range of facility and airfield needs while supporting airport operations beyond the traditional daytime schedule. During non-winter months, four 10-hour shifts may be available. Weekend work is required during snow removal events and maintenance emergencies.

This role is great for someone who thrives in a high-energy environment where no two workdays are the same and can confidently handle the varied technical demands of our facilities and airfield.

We’re committed to helping you grow your career. Our pay‑for‑certification program rewards employees who earn professional certifications with corresponding wage increases. In recognition of your dedication, especially during snowplow shifts that may include weekends, nights, and holidays, we offer a $560 monthly bonus for snow removal from December through March.

The City of Durango is a purpose‑driven organization with more than 400 full‑time and 300 part‑time and seasonal employees across 15 departments, all working together to provide a wide range of services that keep our community running every day. From public safety and utilities to parks and recreation, our team is dedicated to delivering high‑quality services that enhance the lives of all who live, work, and visit here.

At the city, we focus on continually improving how we work and serve the community. This effort is called the Trail to Excellence (T2E), and every employee plays a part in it. Whether you work outdoors, in an office, or lead a team, your daily efforts connect to the city’s mission of providing excellent service and reaching the city’s vision of being a multigenerational community that is authentic, diverse, engaged, thriving, and environmentally responsible.

The full details of this vision are outlined in the city’s strategic plan.

As a member of our team, your work will be meaningful because:

• Your ideas help shape citywide improvements.
• The work you do ties directly into measurable goals.
• You’ll be part of a system that values collaboration, innovation, and results.

• Keep airport facilities, buildings, and grounds safe, clean, and fully operational.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical components.
• Operate a variety of light and heavy equipment, including forklifts, graders, backhoes, heavy plow trucks, high speed brooms, and rotary snow blowers.
• Maintain and troubleshoot high‑voltage runway and taxiway lighting systems and other airfield navigation aids.
• Conduct pavement maintenance on runways, taxiways, roadways, and parking areas, including crack sealing, striping, and minor repairs.
• Keep the airfield and landside grounds in compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) safety standards through mowing, fencing repairs, and sprinkler system maintenance.
• Perform skilled trades work such as carpentry, painting, welding, and basic fabrication.
• Repair and help maintain airport fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with custodial duties as assigned, including cleaning restrooms and offices, vacuuming floors, removing trash, disinfecting surfaces, and washing windows.

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• A valid state driver’s license.
• The ability to pass background check to work in Transportation (TSA) secured area.
• One to two years of experience in building and grounds maintenance.

• Have a strong understanding of building trades, including the proper use of tools, materials, and…