Description:

About Our Job

Denver International Airport’s Maintenance team is seeking an Airport Paint and Markings Technician lead. Successful candidate will have a background leading crews in the installation of a wide variety of pavement marking materials and equipment used on Roadways and Airfields to insure the safety of the traveling public. This position will also lead a team during winter operations as part of our award-winning snow program. We are looking for those with an attention to detail and the ability to inspire those around you.

What We Offer 

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The target salary range for this position is $34-$37. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:

• Four (4) Medical Plans, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Pension Plan for Life (Employee contributes 8.45%, Employer matches at 17.95%) and 457 (b) Retirement Plan
• PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year) and 12 paid holidays
• Yearly Merit Increase
• STD, LTD, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance
• CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee Volunteer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2000/year), We Qualify for Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources
• EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)

Location and Schedule

• On site at Denver International Airport (parking is provided)  
• Shifts: Weds- Sat, 5:30am-3:30pm during off season. Summer shift will begin June-Sept, 8pm-6am, Mon-Thur
• 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

What You’ll Do

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.  

Our ideal candidate has experience in:

• Marking application. Specialized tasks include durable pavement marking application and other grounds maintenance activities carried out on airport property.
• Leads and performs pavement marking application to meet the unique requirements and specifications of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), CDOT and FAA Part 139 criteria (airfield paint and markings must pass annual FAA certification inspections on accuracy, surface presence, straightness, and retro-reflectivity).
• Monitors and tracks assigned work orders for installation, construction, maintenance, and repair of pavement markings on public roadways and regulated airfield surfaces using multiple materials and methods.
• Resolves problems encountered during daily operations and determines appropriate solutions.
• Documents situations that may be cause for disciplinary action and provides this information to the supervisor.
• Monitors and tracks assigned work orders for maintenance and maintains documentation, records, and reports through computerized maintenance management systems.
• Trains employees in the day-to-day procedures of the work unit and mastery of individual knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to work tasks in the areas of striping operations in the application of paint and durable markings to runways, taxiways, and roadways while driving and operating truck mounted stripers designed for airfield markings.

• Reads and interprets blueprints and diagrams, ensuring that the design, layout and install pavement markings.
• Maintains proficiency and excels in precise application of markings to paved surfaces, ensuring accurate placement, and possessing a thorough understanding of materials and temperature-related considerations.
• Utilizes and maintains airfield movement area driving privileges to escort and lead crews to pavement marking work on the airfield.
• Leads airfield snow removal duties and operates large, complex specialized industrial equipment in accordance with the nature of the work and the efficiency of airport specific multifunctional snow removal equipment.
• Responds to airfield emergencies, playing a crucial role in escorting ambulances, fire rescue vehicles, buses, and other first responders during airport emergencies in support of the emergency response plan. Transports emergency response trailers to the scene and assists with the command-site setup.
• By position, develops or modifies work plans, methods, and procedures, determines work priorities, and develops work schedules to provide adequate staff coverage.
• By position, assigns and distributes work, reviews work for accuracy and completeness, and returns assignments with recommendations for proper completion.
• Responds to after-hours calls or emergency calls outside of normal scheduled or business hours.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.

We are looking for candidates that want to invest in themselves through training, growth, and development. In addition, we are looking for the following:

• Attention of Detail – Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Delivering Results – Sets high standards for quality, quantity, and timelines. Focuses on customer needs and satisfaction. Consistently achieves project goals.
• Interpersonal Skills – Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, concern, and politeness to others and relates well to different people from varied backgrounds and different situations.
• Leading and Coaching – Provides others with a clear direction, motivation, and empowers. Recruits staff of a high caliber and provides staff with development opportunities and coaching.
• Problem Solving- Identifies and analyzes problems; uses sound reasoning to arrive at conclusions; finds alternative solutions to complex problems; distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical judgments.
• Reading – Understands and interprets written material including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables and applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.
• Technical Competence – Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.
• Working with People – Shows respect for the views and contributions of other team members. Shows empathy, listens, supports, and cares for others, and reconciles conflict.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
• Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of experience in airfield or roadway markings.
• Education/Experience Equivalency: A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements.
• License/Certifications: Requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "B") at time of application. Required to obtain and maintain a current DOT physical certification, required to obtain and maintain an Airport ID badge and Movement driving privileges.
• Flagger certification is required at the time of application or within six months of probation.
• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment

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

Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later then April 21st in order to ensure consideration.

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.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CJ3501 Airport Paint and Markings Technician Lead

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Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$28.87 – $44.75

Starting Pay

based on education and experience

Agency

Denver International Airport

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