About Our Job 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. What We Offer The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. The full salary range for this position is $35.21-$54.57/hour. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $42.00-49.00/hour base pay, based on experience. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are 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 Location & Schedule In this position you can expect to work on site at Denver International Airport (parking is provided). 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. Who We Are & What You’ll Do 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 II 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! Responsibilities include: 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 Assists 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 Troubleshooting and maintaining BACnet/LON networks and Metasys BAS. Ensures documentation and reporting of all maintenance activities and contributes to reliability and asset management systems Independently performs comprehensive maintenance and rebuilds of mechanical equipment, including pumps, motors, gear drives, and rotating assemblies. Diagnoses and repairs complex problems in boilers, centrifugal and screw chillers, cooling towers, and plate/frame or shell-and-tube heat exchangers Conducts precision alignments, vibration analysis, and thermal imaging to identify mechanical performance issues. Oversees BAS operations and optimizes system performance using trend analysis and scheduling controls. Performs advanced troubleshooting of VFDs, control valves, damper actuators, and pressure sensors Develops and executes work plans for equipment overhauls, seasonal startups, and shutdowns. Evaluates mechanical systems for wear, efficiency loss, or potential failures and recommends repair or replacement strategies. May lead small crews or projects and mentor Engineer I staff on complex mechanical tasks 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 What You’ll Bring 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: Possess a Stationary Engineer License at time of application (required) Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with industrial HVAC and utility systems Experience in a Central Utility Plant maintenance Deep knowledge of BAS and energy management systems Advanced skills in pump/motor rebuilds, boiler and chiller maintenance Strong diagnostic ability using tools like multimeters, data loggers, and infrared cameras Working knowledge of mechanical codes and safety compliance standards Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; Team oriented; Reliable work ethic; Ability to work under pressure; Strong Customer Service and Communication skills 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 Required Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate. Experience: Four (4) years of experience in Stationary Engineering. Education/Experience Equivalency: A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements. Licensures/Certification(s): This job requires driving. Requires a valid Driver's license at the time of application. Requires EPA Section 608 Technician Certification (CFC) at time of application. Required for handling refrigerants. Requires a City and County of Denver Stationary Engineer License at the time of application. Applicants relocating from out of state may submit an equivalent license; however, they must obtain a City and County of Denver Stationary Engineer License before the end of the six-month probationary period. Demonstrates knowledge of boiler operation, maintenance, and safety. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment. Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to perform physically demanding tasks in a complex industrial environment. Candidates must be able to: Lift, carry, push, or pull equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds routinely, and occasionally heavier items with assistance or appropriate lifting equipment. Climb ladders and stairs, and work at heights or on elevated platforms. Work in confined spaces, including entry into boiler hatches and tight mechanical areas, in compliance with safety protocols and confined space entry procedures. Perform tasks that involve bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching overhead, and prolonged standing or walking. Safely operate and maneuver heavy tools and equipment used in the repair and rebuilding of pumps, motors, valves, and other critical mechanical systems. Tolerate exposure to noise, vibration, varying temperatures, and environments with dust, moisture, or chemical substances (with appropriate PPE provided). Maintain alertness and situational awareness in an active airport facility, including areas with restricted access and moving equipment or vehicles. 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 extended hours and/or shifts. Application Deadline 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 This position is expected to stay open until November 1, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than 11/01/2026 at 11:59 PM. About Everything Else Job Profile CJ3543 Airport Stationary Engineer II To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here. Position Type Unlimited Position Salary Range $35.21 - $54.57 Target Pay $42.00-49.00/hour base pay, based on experience Agency Denver International Airport Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor. 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 [email protected] 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.

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