Airport Stationary Engineer I - Denver International Airport

City and County of Denver•Denver, CO

1d•$32 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Note: We are offering a hiring bonus of $3500 to new employees hired from this recruitment. The bonus details will be discussed at the interview or offer. The hiring bonus will not apply to City and County of Denver employees currently employed within the city or who have been separated from the city for fewer than six months. The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The full salary range for this position is $32.44-50.28/hour. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $38.00-45.00/hour base pay, based on experience and education. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to: A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service 457B Retirement Plan 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date. In this position you can expect to work on site at Denver International Airport (parking is provided) - Denver International Airport, 8500 Pena Blvd. Denver, CO 80249. Shifts consist of four (4) 10-hour days, Sunday-Wednesday OR Wednesday-Saturday. The primary shift will be discussed in interview and can be any of the shifts listed below. Shifts are yearlong commitments and are subject to change based on operational need. Day Shift: 0530-1530 (5:30 AM-3:30 PM) Swing Shift: 1300-2300 (1:00 PM-11:00 PM) Graveyard Shift: 1830-0630 (8:30 PM-6:30 AM) All new hires begin on a temporary assignment to the day shift (6:00 AM–4:00 PM) for initial onboarding and integration into site operations. After a six-month probationary period, you will be placed in your regular, assigned shift. At present, we need someone who is flexible and can work any shift, including graveyards. Shift bids take place annually in June and are determined by seniority. Shifts are not guaranteed and are subject to change. 7%-12% pay differential depending on shift assigned. Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If staffing challenges occur, weather conditions warrant or an emergency crisis occur, all DEN employees will be required to work extended hours and/or alternative shifts (including nights, weekends, and holidays). Participate in mandatory snow removal duties. Hours for On Call Snow Overtime: 3:30am to 3:30pm or 3:30pm to 3:30am. Uniforms are provided along with a work boot allowance. Mobile phone stipend. 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. Are you a fast-paced, hard-working, and reliable professional with experience in Central Utility Plants and Building Automation Systems? Are you looking for job security in a stable, where you work 4 days a week, 10 hours a day in a role that offers lots of room for growth in your career? We are seeking an Airport Stationary Engineer I with strong BAS, Controls and Mechanical skills to engage in the operation, maintenance, construction, and repair of Central Utility Plant equipment. In this position you will maintain and operate large-scale equipment including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and glycol heat exchangers. This unique position is the ‘heartbeat of the airport and is essential to our entire operation! Apply today and join our close-knit DEN family!

Requirements

Possess a Stationary Engineer License (or ability to obtain this certification within 6 months of hire) is required
Experience in a Central Utility Plant maintenance
Experience in operating Building Automation Systems (BAS)
Minimum of three (3) years of boiler experience (maintenance, repair, and operation)
Minimum of one (1) year of chiller experience (maintenance, repair, and operation)
Pump and valve rebuilds and motor alignment experience helpful
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Team oriented
Reliable work ethic
Ability to work under pressure
Strong Customer Service and Communication skills
Knowledge of principles and methods for operating industrial equipment such as boilers, chillers, cooling towers, heat exchangers, and pumps
Experience in understanding and using P&ID blueprints, models, maps, and schematics
Knowledge of electrical equipment (VFD), components, instruments, including installation, testing, uses, repair, and maintenance
Technical Competence and Technical Problem Solving – Troubleshoots, diagnoses, analyzes, and identifies systems malfunctions to determine the source and cause of the problem
Knowledge of mechanical engineering concepts, principles, and practices, and of equipment, tools, mechanical devices, and their uses to produce hydronic heating and cooling
Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate
Three (3) years of experience in Stationary Engineering
A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements
This job requires driving.
Requires a valid Driver's license at the time of application
Requires EPA Section 608 Technician Certification (CFC) before the end of probation (6 months)
Requires City and County of Denver Stationary Engineer License before the end of probation (6 months)
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.

Nice To Haves

Pump and valve rebuilds and motor alignment experience helpful

Responsibilities

Maintains, operates, and repairs building and facility equipment related to the heating and cooling hydronic networks, control systems, which includes mechanical components such as chillers, boilers, pumps, heat exchangers and cooling towers
Performs routine and non-routine preventative maintenance based on operating procedures and regularly scheduled maintenance activities of equipment, and regularly inspects facilities, buildings, and grounds for unsafe or malfunctioning systems and conditions
Assist other trades personnel in the maintenance and repair of building and facility infrastructure and equipment, which includes the installation and modification of equipment
Plans and leads the maintenance and installation of major building and facility equipment repairs and related activities within a variety of specific trades areas, which includes the evaluation and recommendation of service upgrades
Responds to building and facility tenant complaints regarding safety issues and environmental control conditions, which includes following up on work orders, and prioritizing service calls
Assists in coordinating maintenance efforts with outside contractors and technicians regarding contracted service agreements.
Provides input to supervisors and managers responsible for planning and controlling annual budgets
Orders parts and supplies as required and maintains stock and inventory control.
Maintains records and prepares reports, which includes estimating materials, labor, and equipment costs
May be required to be on-call to address emergent needs, respond to after- hour calls or emergency calls outside of normal scheduled or business hours.
Responsible for the energy management systems that overlay Central Utility Plant equipment controls, and equipment maintenance schedules
Troubleshooting and maintaining BACnet/LON networks and Metasys BAS

Benefits

A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
457B Retirement Plan
140 hours of PTO earned within first year
12 paid holidays
1 personal holiday
1 Wellness Day
1 volunteer day per year
Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
Parking is provided
Uniforms are provided
Work boot allowance
Mobile phone stipend
Hiring bonus of $3500