Mechanical Technician Jobs in Colorado
Mechanical Technician jobs in Colorado concentrate in aerospace manufacturing, defense systems, and energy, with consistent demand in oil and gas operations along the Front Range and in the growing renewable energy sector along the Western Slope. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Aurora are the busiest hiring metros, anchored by employers such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and United Launch Alliance. The most in-demand specialties are hydraulic and pneumatic systems, precision machining, and avionics maintenance support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
Responsible for ensuring that all production/facility equipment are safe and in proper operating condition. Ensure operation of facility machinery by completing preventive maintenance requirements on HVAC components and other facilities equipment; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions. Additional duties will be to perform all tasks following the cGMP requirements.
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- Qualified candidates will have either 5+ years of relevant experience as a Maintenance Technician in a fast-paced manufacturing set-up, or related field, or training at an accredited technical school. High school diploma or equivalent required
- Electrical troubleshooting skills to the component level. Experienced with all LOTO procedures in a manufacturing environment
- Experience using multimeters, amp probes, used to troubleshoot equipment
- Familiar with safety interlocks and machine automation controls
- Strong mechanical skills including pumps, motors, belts and conveyors
- Experience utilizing a building management system (Metasys preferred)
- Experienced reading blueprints, schematics and machine drawings
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work in a team environment on a variety of complex tasks and projects
- Well-developed interpersonal, organizational and analytical skills
- Well-developed written and verbal skills
- Ability to demonstrate safe working procedures
- Must be willing to work overtime or on weekends, as the workload demands
Other Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities
- Respond to and repair machinery on all production calls for machine breakdowns on multiple manufacturing lines
- Ensure all repairs and corrective maintenance performed are verified and properly documented in the CMMS system
- Fabrication including welding, plasma cutting and machining as needed
- Perform all assigned Preventative and Predictive Maintenance tasks scheduled in a timely manner, following established listed activities and applying acquired knowledge from previous work experience
- Monitor equipment parts and determine minimum/maximum inventory levels for all equipment and facility support systems
- Record/update all parts used during repair and Preventative Maintenance activities in the CMMS system
- Assist Inventory Control and Maintenance Planner in physical parts count for costing
- Collaborate with Production, Process Engineering, and Product Development on quality issues and specifications
- Ensure housekeeping and safety compliance in the Maintenance shop
- Communicate all machine issues and progress of ongoing maintenance activities, recommend machine upgrades and projects for process and continuous improvement
- Fabricate, modify and repair parts by using machine shop equipment (ie., welders, plasma cutter and drill press)
- Attend all maintenance meetings, training, educational workshops or webinars for updates and personal development
- Maintain positive team dynamic and overall department success
- Complete all work orders as assigned within established timelines and in compliance with all printed company policies and procedures
- Repair of the facility including but not limited to drywall repair, painting, landscape maintenance and miscellaneous cleaning
- Inspection and troubleshooting of HVAC equipment both in ceilings and on the rooftop
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes
- Perform predictive, preventive, emergency, routine and non-routine maintenance work on plant/facility equipment in a safe and efficient manner
- Continuously improve overall plant operations to maximize production, meet plant demands, and minimize operating costs
- Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Exposure to cold temperatures in the winter and hot temperatures in the summer
- Work occasionally near mechanical parts and in high places
- Occasional duties in an outside environment
- Duties are performed primarily in a smoke-free environment
Physical Requirements
- Frequently required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, balance, and reach
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs
- Push/Pull up to 300 lbs
Benefits
WHAT WE OFFER
- Hourly Range: $37.00/hr - $45.00/hr depending on experience and qualifications
- Eligible for a discretionary company-wide bonus
- Top-Tier Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage - $0 when you qualify for the Wellness Program!
- Paid Time Off, Eight (8) Company Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match - up to 4.5%
- 100% Company Life Coverage
- 100% Short Term Disability Coverage
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Vitamin Allowance + Discounts
- Company-Funded Health Savings Account ($1,600/year)
- Cash Reward Employee Referral Program
- Pet Insurance
- Fantastic work environment that focuses on Safety, Quality, Community, and amazing people. We hire top talent and celebrate the ingenuity and tenacity of our team members and leaders!
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
HOW TO APPLY:
Click BELOW to apply directly through our career portal.
Position Summary
Responsible for ensuring that all production/facility equipment are safe and in proper operating condition. Ensure operation of facility machinery by completing preventive maintenance requirements on HVAC components and other facilities equipment; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions. Additional duties will be to perform all tasks following the cGMP requirements.
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- Qualified candidates will have either 5+ years of relevant experience as a Maintenance Technician in a fast-paced manufacturing set-up, or related field, or training at an accredited technical school. High school diploma or equivalent required
- Electrical troubleshooting skills to the component level. Experienced with all LOTO procedures in a manufacturing environment
- Experience using multimeters, amp probes, used to troubleshoot equipment
- Familiar with safety interlocks and machine automation controls
- Strong mechanical skills including pumps, motors, belts and conveyors
- Experience utilizing a building management system (Metasys preferred)
- Experienced reading blueprints, schematics and machine drawings
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work in a team environment on a variety of complex tasks and projects
- Well-developed interpersonal, organizational and analytical skills
- Well-developed written and verbal skills
- Ability to demonstrate safe working procedures
- Must be willing to work overtime or on weekends, as the workload demands
Other Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities
- Respond to and repair machinery on all production calls for machine breakdowns on multiple manufacturing lines
- Ensure all repairs and corrective maintenance performed are verified and properly documented in the CMMS system
- Fabrication including welding, plasma cutting and machining as needed
- Perform all assigned Preventative and Predictive Maintenance tasks scheduled in a timely manner, following established listed activities and applying acquired knowledge from previous work experience
- Monitor equipment parts and determine minimum/maximum inventory levels for all equipment and facility support systems
- Record/update all parts used during repair and Preventative Maintenance activities in the CMMS system
- Assist Inventory Control and Maintenance Planner in physical parts count for costing
- Collaborate with Production, Process Engineering, and Product Development on quality issues and specifications
- Ensure housekeeping and safety compliance in the Maintenance shop
- Communicate all machine issues and progress of ongoing maintenance activities, recommend machine upgrades and projects for process and continuous improvement
- Fabricate, modify and repair parts by using machine shop equipment (ie., welders, plasma cutter and drill press)
- Attend all maintenance meetings, training, educational workshops or webinars for updates and personal development
- Maintain positive team dynamic and overall department success
- Complete all work orders as assigned within established timelines and in compliance with all printed company policies and procedures
- Repair of the facility including but not limited to drywall repair, painting, landscape maintenance and miscellaneous cleaning
- Inspection and troubleshooting of HVAC equipment both in ceilings and on the rooftop
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes
- Perform predictive, preventive, emergency, routine and non-routine maintenance work on plant/facility equipment in a safe and efficient manner
- Continuously improve overall plant operations to maximize production, meet plant demands, and minimize operating costs
- Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Exposure to cold temperatures in the winter and hot temperatures in the summer
- Work occasionally near mechanical parts and in high places
- Occasional duties in an outside environment
- Duties are performed primarily in a smoke-free environment
Physical Requirements
- Frequently required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, balance, and reach
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs
- Push/Pull up to 300 lbs
Benefits
WHAT WE OFFER
- Hourly Range: $37.00/hr - $45.00/hr depending on experience and qualifications
- Eligible for a discretionary company-wide bonus
- Top-Tier Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage - $0 when you qualify for the Wellness Program!
- Paid Time Off, Eight (8) Company Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match - up to 4.5%
- 100% Company Life Coverage
- 100% Short Term Disability Coverage
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Vitamin Allowance + Discounts
- Company-Funded Health Savings Account ($1,600/year)
- Cash Reward Employee Referral Program
- Pet Insurance
- Fantastic work environment that focuses on Safety, Quality, Community, and amazing people. We hire top talent and celebrate the ingenuity and tenacity of our team members and leaders!
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
HOW TO APPLY:
Click BELOW to apply directly through our career portal.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mechanical technician jobs across Colorado.
- Relevant technical certification such as NIMS, EPA 608, or equivalent recognized credential
- Associate degree or completion of an accredited mechanical or industrial technology program
- Proficiency reading engineering drawings, schematics, and technical manuals
- Hands-on experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, or electromechanical systems
- Ability to meet federal facility security or background investigation requirements
- Familiarity with precision measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, and gauges
Mechanical Technician Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mechanical technician in Colorado?
Most mechanical technicians in Colorado enter the field through an associate degree in mechanical, industrial, or electromechanical technology from a Colorado community college such as Red Rocks, Pueblo Community College, or Emily Griffith Technical College. Employers in aerospace and defense often prefer candidates who hold NIMS credentials or equivalent certifications. Colorado does not require a state-issued license specifically for mechanical technicians, so industry certifications and a relevant technical degree carry the most weight with hiring managers.
Which companies hire mechanical technicians in Colorado?
Employers hiring mechanical technicians in Colorado right now include Infleqtion, Wanco, and Blue Origin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace prime contractors and defense facilities makes it one of the more active states for this role, particularly along the I-25 corridor.
Which Colorado cities have the most mechanical technician jobs?
Aurora, Boulder, and Longmont account for the most mechanical technician openings in Colorado. Denver and Aurora drive the largest share because of the dense cluster of aerospace manufacturers, defense contractors, and MRO facilities in the metro, while Colorado Springs benefits from proximity to Peterson Space Force Base and Schriever Space Force Base, which generate steady demand for systems and equipment technicians.
Are there remote mechanical technician jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Mechanical technician work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical equipment, so most roles require on-site presence. About 25% of mechanical technician openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve technical documentation review, quality inspection planning, or supplier coordination rather than direct maintenance work.
How can I get hired as a mechanical technician in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in an accredited technical program and applying for internships or co-op positions with Colorado aerospace and defense employers during your final year. Companies such as Lockheed Martin and Raytheon Technologies run structured early-career technician programs that accept candidates without full work history. Apprenticeships through local trade organizations and entry-level maintenance assistant roles at manufacturing plants on the Front Range are also concrete starting points, and earning a NIMS certification before graduation gives candidates a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to mechanical technician jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to mechanical technician jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings from employers actively hiring. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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