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.  New hires are typically brought into the organization between $37.00--$41.00/hourly based upon experience and education. 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

• 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:  0500--1530 (5:00 AM--3:30 PM)

  • Swing Shift: 1430--0100 (2:30 PM--1:00 AM)

  • Graveyard Shift: 1930--0600 (7:30 PM--6:00 AM

• Shifts are not guaranteed and are subject to change

• 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  

Who We Are & 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 40,000 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. 

Denver International Airport is seeking a Plumber I. Our plumbing team is responsible for wide range of duties throughout the airport. From day-to-day preventative maintenance, emergency response repair in various environments, facilities, as well as storm drainage systems and sewers. You will be working with a team that uses an extensive selection of equipment to work on large scale plumbing systems.

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• Performs preventative maintenance, maintenance and repair work on all plumbing systems and fixtures in accordance with agency or department standards and code requirements.

• Installs or alters new or upgraded plumbing systems and fixtures for the purpose of construction, tenant finishing or remodeling according to diagram specifications and code requirements.

• Responds to plumbing service or trouble calls, troubleshoots and provides problem resolution.

• Inspects, maintains and repairs various types of fire protection systems.

• Maintains, tests, and installs devices for the prevention of backflow, back siphonage or cross connection.

• Prepares working sketches and works from blueprints, written, or verbal instructions.

• Maintains records and prepares daily activity reports.

• Estimates materials, labor and equipment costs.

• Assists in the maintenance and repair work in a variety of skilled trades areas.

• Participates in snow removal duties.

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 dedicated plumbers to work in the dynamic and ever-changing atmosphere of DEN. Commercial or industrial experience is a plus. Experience installing, diagnosing, and repairing the following is ideal but not required.

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

• Pumps: Experience assisting with the inspection, maintenance, and repair of pumps including piping, pits, valves, and related components

• Sanitary Sewer Systems: Ability to assist with the inspection, cleaning, and repair of sewer mains and sanitary service lines.

• Lift Stations: Familiarity with monitoring and performing basic preventative maintenance on wastewater lift station equipment and piping systems

• Domestic Water Supply: Experience assisting with the inspection, maintenance, and repair of domestic water supply systems, including piping, valves, and related components

• Backflow Testing: Backflow Tester Certification or ability to obtain backflow certification within 6 months of hire 

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 plumber experience maintaining, repairing, and constructing plumbing systems and equipment

• Education/Experience Equivalency: A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements

• Licensure: By position, requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application

• Licensure: Requires a valid Commercial Journeyman Plumber License issued by the State of Colorado at the time of application

• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment

Internal Candidates Only: Please note that probationary employees are not eligible to apply to open positions until they’ve successfully passed probation. Please only apply if you have already passed probation. 

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

Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

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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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