HVAC Mechanic I - Denver Parks and Recreation

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 $29.56 - $37.69/hour, based on 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

Denver Parks & Recreation Maintenance Facility, 4495 Jason St. Denver, CO 80211.

This position currently offers a 9/80 Flex work schedule (may include some nights and weekends as needed).

• Monday-Thursday 6:00am-3:30pm, Friday 6:00am-2:30pm (44 hours)

• Monday-Thursday 6:00am-3:30pm, Friday off (36 hours)

Who We Are & What You’ll Do

Are you an experienced HVAC professional looking for stability, work-life balance, and excellent benefits?  Tired of late nights and weekend work?  Want a predictable schedule and a central location? Join the City you love and put your skills to work in a rewarding public sector role!

Specifically, as an HVAC Mechanic I you will:

• Diagnose, repair, and replace HVAC systems and components according to manufacturer guidelines and code requirements

• Maintain and service equipment such as refrigerant compressors, air handling units, boilers, water heaters, pumps, rooftop units, variable air volume units, pool dehumidification units, and temperature controls

• Repair or replace electrical components including variable frequency drives, circuit boards, relays, transformers, and ignition systems

• Install, calibrate, and repair pneumatic and digital controllers, sensors, actuators, thermostats, and relays

• Monitor and troubleshoot Building Automation Systems (BAS) and maintain electric and pneumatic controls

• Replace and rebuild motors, belts, pulleys, bearings, and pumps, balance air distribution systems

• Prepare work plans using blueprints and schematics; maintain records and estimate materials and labor

• Respond to HVAC service requests, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, and assist with emergency repairs

• Coordinate work with other trades and monitor contractor performance

• Serve Parks & Recreation facilities with occasional after-hours calls; provide routine service, preventive maintenance, and emergency support

• Participate in snow removal duties

• Perform project lead work

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for dependable, self-motivated professionals who take pride in their work and can operate independently while collaborating effectively with a diverse team to achieve department goals.

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

• Trade school/apprenticeship completion and 5+ years of HVAC experience

• Expertise in HVAC preventive maintenance, repairs, and project work

• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Direct Digital Controls

• Skilled in rooftop heating/cooling units and heat pump installation/service

• Pipefitting knowledge (leak repairs, valves, seals, etc.) preferred

• Proficient with Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office

• Strong customer service skills and ability to adapt to new systems

• Team-oriented with a willingness to assist where needed

• Ability to obtain HVAC certification within six month probationary period (Heating & Ventilating Journeyman, Refrigeration Journeyman, or Steamfitter Journeyman)

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate

• Experience: One (1) year of journey-level HVAC experience maintaining, repairing, and constructing HVAC systems and equipment

• Licensures/Certification(s): This job requires driving. Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application

• Possession of CFC (Universal EPA) Chlorofluorocarbon certification required

• Possession of Heating and Ventilating Journeyman, Refrigeration Journeyman, or Steamfitter Journeyman certificates issued by the City and County of Denver by the end of the probationary period

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

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

*To ensure consideration, please upload copies of relevant certifications

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open until August 28th, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than August 28th, 2026 at 11:59 PM MST

About Everything Else

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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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