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Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
08/02/26
Division:
Airport Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
Description:
The Airport Fleet Mechanic is responsible for the diagnosis and repair of engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical and hydraulic systems related to vehicles, light equipment, and heavy equipment including specialized airport and airport runway equipment. Performs preventative maintenance and maintains maintenance records.
The purpose of the Airport Fleet Mechanic is to support the Rocky Mountain Airport by performing: Preventative maintenance along with the diagnosis and repair of engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical and hydraulic systems related to vehicles and heavy duty equipment. In addition, perform engine overhauls, make engine repairs, perform mechanical repairs and adjustments, and replace engine parts. Maintain records of vehicle service and repairs. Maintain replacement parts and inventory. Perform on-call duties
This is a full-time, standard position that operates on a four-day work week (Training schedule will be Monday through Thursday) (Normal Tuesday-Friday). This position also requires on-site work to be performed. On call duty during nights, holidays, and weekends.
Must be willing and physically able to work in extreme temperatures and variable weather conditions.
Hiring Range: $28.10-$33 USD Hourly
Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.
Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.
Perform major engine adjustments and rebuilds. Adjust valves, carburetor, and generator. Rebuild or replace vehicle parts. Perform mechanical repairs on drive train, brake, steering, and other functional parts. Perform engine, chassis, and electrical diagnosis using wiring diagrams and vehicle diagnostics software.
Diagnosis, repair and operate airport specific heavy equipment including loaders, airport runway brooms, airfield runway snow blowers, airfield runway snowplows, and hydraulics, accessories and other motive and non-motive equipment.
Maintain records of vehicle service and repair work by:
Performs other related work as required which will include:
On call duty during nights, holidays, and weekends.
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Experience: 1 year of work-related experience as a mechanic
Education: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certificate
- Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:
Experience with Heavy Line equipment (Loaders, Skid steer, Airport Equipment
Basic radio communication knowledge
Additional Job Information:
Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions.
Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact [email protected]. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to .
All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities
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For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs
Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or [email protected]
Education:
GED, High School Diploma
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum one year
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Category:
Maintenance & Trades
