HVAC Mechanic I – Denver International Airport
About The Position
The City and County of Denver is seeking an HVAC Mechanic I to join the Facility Maintenance team at Denver International Airport. This entry-level role offers the opportunity to engage in the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC equipment and machinery within a collaborative team environment. The position emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, and professional development, with a variety of projects and equipment to work on, ensuring no two days are the same. The airport operates 24/7/365, and employees may be required to work extended hours, alternative shifts, and participate in snow removal duties during emergencies or challenging weather conditions.
Requirements
- Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate
- One (1) year of journey-level HVAC experience maintaining, repairing, and constructing HVAC systems and equipment
- Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.
- Possession of CFC (Universal EPA) Chlorofluorocarbon certification by the end of the probationary period
- 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.
- Probationary employees are not eligible to apply to open positions until they’ve successfully passed probation.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- General HVAC experience (residential or commercial)
- Building Automation System experience preferred
- Pipefitter experience helpful (knowledge/skills to repair leaks, valves, seals, pipe repair, etc)
- Ability to obtain HVAC certification by end of six-month probationary period (Refrigeration Operator, Heating and Ventilating Journeyman, Refrigeration Journeyman, Steamfitter Journeyman or Stationary Engineer certificates are accepted)
Responsibilities
- Installs, maintains, and repairs HVAC equipment and machinery including parts fabrication and inspects facilities and equipment to determine needs as permitted by the appropriate HVAC certificate
- Operates, maintains, and repairs high/low pressure steam or hot water boilers, pumping units, vacuum pumps, boiler feed pumps, and auxiliary equipment
- Operates, maintains, replaces, and repairs commercial or industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems, controls, and related equipment
- Installs, replaces, and repairs forced air heating/cooling equipment, systems, and ductwork
- Prepares working sketches and works from blueprints
- Assists in the maintenance and repair work in a variety of other skilled trades areas
- Plans and coordinates installation, maintenance, and repair work with other trades areas
- Operates and maintains tools and equipment common to various skilled trades
- Executes comprehensive HVAC maintenance and repair tasks for plant and building facilities
- Maintains records and prepares reports; Estimates materials, labor, and equipment costs
- Observes all common safety practices
- Performs other related duties as assigned
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
