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 a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $32.44-$50.28. 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 DEN 4 days per week. Shift is Mon-Thur 6am-4:30pm.
• Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If staffing challenges occur, weather conditions warrant or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees will be required to work extended hours and/or alternative shifts (includes nights, weekends, and holidays)
• Participates in mandatory snow removal duties
• Shifts are not guaranteed and are subject to change

Who We Are & What You’ll Do

Denver International Airports HVAC Department is seeking an Electrician I and will work as a specialized team supporting the operation and maintenance of the airport's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. You will work alongside two (2) experienced licensed electricians and will focus on electrical systems related to commercial HVAC equipment, including but not limited to Air Handling Units (AHUs), Make-Up Air Units (MAUs), Rooftop Units (RTUs), Fan Coil Units (FCUs), and other ancillary and unitary equipment.

Denver International Airport (DEN) is the third-busiest airport in the United States and one of the top ten busiest airports in the world, connecting our community globally through flight and business. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $36.4 billion for the region annually and employing nearly 37,000 people. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and uplift all races, ethnicities, gender identities, national origins, ages, abilities, religion, and LGBTQIA+ communities. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, and we strive to keep diversity, equity and inclusion at the center of all that we do.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform electrical maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and installation tasks specifically related to HVAC systems.
• Work with and maintain Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Building Automation System (BAS) controls, and motors that power and control HVAC systems.
• Safely work with, understand control and power systems, including 24V, 120V, and 480V circuits.
• Diagnose and repair issues related to HVAC electrical components and perform preventative maintenance with HVAC technicians and controls specialists.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, HVAC wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals to ensure efficient system performance and code compliance.
• Prepares working sketches and works from blueprints, schematics, and written or verbal instructions.
• Collaborate with HVAC mechanics and controls technicians to support departmental goals and maintain operational readiness of the airport’s HVAC infrastructure.
• Knowledge of electrical equipment, components, instruments, and life safety systems, including their installation, testing, use, repair, and maintenance.
• Installs new or upgraded electrical equipment and/or systems for the purpose of construction, tenant finishing, or remodeling and completes circuits according to diagram specifications and code requirements.
• Responds to electrical service or trouble calls, troubleshoots various problems/issues, and provides problem resolution.
• By position, participates in snow removal duties.
• By position, responds to after hours calls or emergency calls outside of normal scheduled or business hours

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:

• Experience working on electrical systems in commercial or industrial HVAC environments.
• Familiarity with HVAC operations and equipment, including understanding air flow, temperature control, and system integration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety protocols and practices when working with high-voltage systems and mechanical equipment.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
• Experience Requirement: One (1) year of journey-level electrician experience maintaining, repairing, and constructing electrical systems and equipment.
• Education/Experience Equivalency: None.
• Licensure: By position, requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. Requires a Journey Electrician's License issued by the State of Colorado or state issued equivalent at the time of application.

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open until May 16th. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than May 15th at 11:59 PM.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CJ2513 Electrician I

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Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$32.44 - $50.28

Starting Pay

based on education and experience

Agency

Denver International Airport

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.

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