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 $39.56 - $54.00/hour. 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 four days a week at Denver International Airport. The schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts with rotating on-call responsibilities.

Who We Are & What You’ll Do

Since opening on Feb. 28, 1995, Denver International Airport (DEN) has become one of the world’s busiest airports. In 2025, 82,427,962 passengers passed through DEN, making DEN 4th busiest airport in the U.S. and the world’s 10th busiest airport. DEN is Colorado’s primary economic engine, generating $47.2 billion in annual economic impact for the state. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and strive to keep Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility (EDIA) at the center of all that we do.  

We are currently looking for an experienced IT Communications Technician II to join our team. Specifically, as the IT Communications Technician II, you will:

• Design, plan, construct, and configure portions of the Information Technology communications infrastructure design and coordinate with vendors for installation.

• Provide technical guidance for customer inquiries and Service Desk escalations on complex issues related to communications infrastructure; diagnose and troubleshoot complex problems and resolve or refer issues to the appropriate Information Technology resource.

• Design, maintain, and modify data infrastructure systems that deliver voice, data, and video over a complex fiber optic network, including: communication lines and systems that serve all DEN life safety equipment; supporting and installing of all enterprise communications systems; troubleshooting complex circuitry and restoring service during outages; and installing of complex new LiDAR systems.

• Assist with the daily operation and management of PWCS infrastructure and circuit administration, including configuration management and patch management.

• Provide technical guidance to engineering teams regarding implementation standards.

• Serve as a liaison with DEN service users, stakeholders, and regional agencies to determine and document future communications requirements.

• Function as a team subject matter expert for daily operational support, as assigned by position.

• Oversee and provides instruction on Information Technology communications issues to lower-level staff.

• Coach, mentor, and provide training to junior staff and PWCS customers.

What You’ll Bring

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

• Strong knowledge of communications infrastructure, including fiber optic systems and network architecture.

• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex IT and communications-related issues.

• Familiarity with enterprise voice, data, and video delivery systems.

• Understanding of implementation standards, best practices, and compliance requirements.

• Project management skills, including the ability to lead or contribute to technical projects.

• Vendor management and technical support coordination skills.

Required Minimum Qualifications

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

• Experience Requirement: Two (2) years of full performance experience performing Information Technology communications maintenance, repair and installation.

• Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.

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

This position is expected to stay open until Saturday, April 11, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than 4/11/26 at 11:59 p.m. to ensure consideration.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CI3040 IT Communications Technician II

To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.

Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$39.56 - $61.32

Target Pay

$39.56 - $54.00/hour

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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