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[Apply on Southwest Airlines’s careers site →](https://careers.southwestair.com/us/en/job/SOUTUSR202673293ENUSEXTERNAL/Material-Specialist-DEN) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Southwest Airlines](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southwest-airlines/) / Material Specialist - DEN ## Job description ### Department Technical Operations Our Company Promise We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer. ### Job Summary Like working with tools and helping planes stay ready to fly? Material Specialists at Southwest work in the hangar and warehouse to keep track of airplane parts and supplies. They deliver parts to the maintenance Team, build and organize storage areas, and help with shipping, receiving, and inventory. They also drive vehicles to pick up and drop off tools and equipment. This job is great for someone who likes staying busy, working with others, and being close to our aircraft. Material Specialists help Southwest run safely and smoothly by making sure the right parts get to the right place, on time and with care. Additional details This role is part of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which means pay, schedules, and other job details are set through an agreement with the labor union. Work schedules are based on seniority and may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. There may be times when mandatory overtime is required to support flight operations, but there are also opportunities to trade shifts and find a schedule that works for you. U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. ### Responsibilities Provides friendly service to and maintains positive relationships with all internal and external Customers. Executes the receiving, shipping, checking, classifying, issuing, inventorying (on a nonexclusive basis), storing and warehousing of supplies, tools, materials and the operation of stores equipment and the preparation and maintenance of records and reports in connection therewith The duties of a Material Specialist shall include the delivery of parts and materials to the maintenance department and ground equipment maintenance department Assembly and/or erection of stocking bins, shelves, decks, employing the use of required power tools when necessary and the driving of motor vehicles The pickup and delivery of parts, equipment, materials and tools where Material Specialists are assigned Duties vary by size and organization of the station Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must be able to read documents, follow instructions, learn, and understand procedures, rules, and regulations including federal and local security regulations. Must be able to perform well in a fast-paced environment, subject to adverse weather and aircraft noise. Must be able to work rotating shifts and/or overtime, as well as on holidays and weekends. Must be able to satisfactorily complete training program and evaluation period Must be aware of hazardous situations and be able to handle emergencies as needed. Must work under tight time constraints to accomplish job tasks. Must be able to perform all job functions within a limited space. Must be able to effectively communicate verbally, using a well-modulated voice. Must be able to effectively communicate ideas in writing. Must be able to work well under stressful situations. Must be able to work well with others as part of a Team. Must be able to comprehend and keep abreast of information pertinent to the job. ### Pay & Benefits Pay of $20.16 to $20.16 per hour*. With the opportunity for future increase per applicable collective bargaining agreement wage scale. Opportunities for overtime and shift premiums. ### Benefits you’ll love Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too) Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings - Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit - Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets) Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment Explore more Benefits you’ll love: [https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits](https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits) Pay & Benefits: Pay of $20.76 to $20.76 per hour*. With the opportunity for future increase per applicable collective bargaining agreement wage scale. Opportunities for overtime and shift premiums. - The pay amount doesn’t guarantee employment for any particular period. 401(k) Company match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule. Match contributions may vary based on the position. - Profit-sharing contributions are subject to the Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company. ### Education Required: High School Diploma or GED Experience Licensing/Certification Must be able to obtain a SIDA badge and meet all local airport requirements. Must possess a valid U.S. ### Driver's License Physical Abilities - Must have vision ability sufficient to perform essential job functions - Must be able to operate a forklift - Must be able to lift and/or move items weighing 75 pounds on a regular basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis - Must be able to use a computer keyboard with sufficient speed to meet demands of job ### Other Qualifications - Must be at least - 18 years of age - Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines - Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform - Act of 1986 - Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines Pay Rate: $20.16 Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please print/save this job description because it won't be available after you apply. Job Posting End Date 11/06/2026 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 29, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 31, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 7, 2026 - Listed for: 9 days - Location: Denver, Colorado, United States of America - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $20.16 to $20.16 per hour[Apply on Southwest Airlines’s careers site →](https://careers.southwestair.com/us/en/job/SOUTUSR202673293ENUSEXTERNAL/Material-Specialist-DEN) ## Hiring at Southwest Airlines - Open jobs: 19 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 10, 2026 [All Southwest Airlines jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southwest-airlines/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Southwest Airlines ### [Ground Support Equipment Technician - HOU](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southwest-airlines/jobs/5101dc08360e6158af81/) Houston, Texas, United States of America ### [Ground Support Equipment Technician - STL](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southwest-airlines/jobs/ea9649cd0510ee05740d/) St. Louis, Missouri, United States of America ### [Business Development Account Manager - HDQ](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southwest-airlines/jobs/08de16c106cf3862dc97/) Dallas, Texas, United States of America ### [Enterprise SCM Category Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southwest-airlines/jobs/74faa2520c27c6803622/) Dallas, Texas, United States of America ### [Federal Affairs Director](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southwest-airlines/jobs/cc0888a69f2304c7e25c/) Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [The Den - Cook - Florida State University](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/b63ca90bbc15ce6513ca/) Aramark · Tallahassee, FL, US ### [Facilities Operator I (Plow Truck Driver) - DEN Snow Removal Storms](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/9ac667658acaa037eae1/) Aramark · denver, CO, US ### [barista - Store# 02888, WOLF DEN PLAZA-BODWAY AND E. 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