Lead — Ground Support Equipment Technician (Denver, CO)
Location: Denver, CO
Employment type: Full-Time | On-site
Base pay: $29.67/hour, plus applicable premiums
Application deadline: November 5, 2026
Compensation and premiums
- Base pay: $29.67/hour
- ASE premium: +$3.00/hour for ASE-certified mechanics
- Lead premium: +$3.00/hour
Applicable premiums are paid in addition to the base hourly rate.
Keep the equipment behind the operation moving As a Lead — Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Technician, you’ll provide day-to-day direction and technical support to the technicians responsible for repairing and maintaining Frontier’s ground equipment in Denver. You’ll help coordinate work across the shop, monitor equipment repairs, track parts and work in progress, and step in to support more complex troubleshooting when needed.
Why this role matters
Ground support equipment plays an essential role in keeping airport operations moving safely and efficiently. This role helps organize the work behind those repairs, giving technicians the direction, information and technical support they need while helping equipment move efficiently through the shop and back into service.
Leadership scope
This role provides day-to-day functional leadership and work direction to GSE technicians but has no formal direct reports. The Lead is responsible for distributing assignments, monitoring repair activity and supporting technicians with more technical troubleshooting.
What you’ll do
Lead daily shop activity
- Distribute daily job assignments to GSE technicians.
- Help direct day-to-day technician activity across the shop.
- Monitor and track equipment repairs.
- Help maintain the proper flow of equipment into and out of the shop.
- Assist technicians with day-to-day operational needs.
Support technical troubleshooting and repairs
- Assist GSE technicians with advanced and complex troubleshooting.
- Interpret printed and computerized maintenance manuals.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics.
- Apply advanced electrical troubleshooting skills to support equipment repairs.
Coordinate parts and repair activity
- Order and track parts inventory.
- Print and update daily work-in-progress reports.
- Support maintenance scheduling for equipment located at outstations.
- Distribute daily equipment out-of-service reports.
What you'll bring
Required
- Valid driver’s license.
- ASE certification in a minimum of three categories.
- Two years of accredited technical training.
- At least six years of related job experience.
- Ability to interpret printed and computerized maintenance manuals.
- Advanced electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
- Working computer skills, including Excel and Access-based programs.
Preferred
- High school diploma or GED.
Equipment you'll work with
The role may involve the use of:
- Maintenance tooling
- Welders
- Cutting equipment
- Lifting equipment
- Tire machines
- Drill presses
- Grinders and sanders
What to expect
This is an on-site operational role that may include:
- Elevated noise levels
- Outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Exposure to jet fumes and chemicals
- A varied schedule that may include evenings, weekends and holidays based on operational needs
The position also requires strenuous physical activity, including handling objects in excess of 100 pounds occasionally and more than 50 pounds frequently.
How you'll work
This role operates under general supervision, performing established work within defined policies and procedures while receiving more detailed instruction for new assignments and projects.
Support for work, life and travel
Frontier offers benefits, programs and travel privileges designed to support eligible employees at work and beyond. Availability may vary by role, employment status, eligibility, location, schedule, applicable policies and current plan details.
Depending on role and eligibility, available benefits and programs may include medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(k) retirement savings options; paid holidays, vacation and sick time; Frontier and participating partner-airline travel privileges; buddy passes; travel-related discounts; and employee support programs and resources, including the HOPE League.
Working at Frontier Airlines
At Frontier, our mission is to Make Every Flight Count. Whether you’re supporting flights, helping customers, maintaining aircraft, leading teams or working behind the scenes, your work helps create a travel experience that is safe, reliable and built around value.
Our work is guided by our core values: customer first, safety always, operational excellence and one team.
About Frontier Airlines
Frontier Airlines is a Denver-based airline serving destinations across the United States and select international markets. Our teams support every part of the travel journey, from airport and flight operations to aircraft maintenance, customer support and corporate functions.
We focus on making travel accessible, practical and easy to personalize while supporting a safe, reliable and efficient airline operation.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Please be advised that duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.
Frontier Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Frontier Airlines is a Zero Tolerance Drug-Free Workplace. All prospective employees are subject to pre-employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any applicant who is found to have tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Frontier.