Seasonal Maintenance Worker - Spring 2025 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/newprint/4714325) Apply  Seasonal Maintenance Worker - Spring 2025 Salary $18.90 Hourly Location Multiple Locations, OR Job Type Casual Job Number 2025-00235 Bureau Portland Parks & Recreation Opening Date 02/10/2025 Closing Date 3/10/2025 11:59 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions The Position If you enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and want to help make your community a better place, apply to be a Seasonal Maintenance Worker with the City of Portland! Shifts: + 6:30am - 2:30pm + 12pm - 7pm (This is a swing shift) + 7pm - 6am (This is an overnight shift) You'll work with your supervisor or manager to set up your schedule. Since this is a seasonal job, your hours will change depending on the needs. Job Type: Casual, Seasonal/Part-time. During busy times you might work up to 40 hours a week. You can only work up to 1,600 hours in a calendar year. Working Conditions: Most work happens outside. You may need to: move across rough, uneven ground; lift up to 100 pounds safely, with or without help; work in all types of weather; be around traffic, equipment, and big machines; wear safety gear. You might also meet people who are upset, dealing with mental health issues, or under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Pay : If you work multiple years, your pay goes up. If you work a swing shift from 12:00PM to 6:59PM, or an overnight shift from 7:00PM to 5:59AM, you will earn extra pay! + First year: $18.90 per hour + Second year: $20.48 per hour + Third year: $22.05 per hour Location: Multiple places across Portland, OR. Benefits: If you work at least 28 hours a week, you will get these benefits: + Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you, your spouse or partner, and kids up to the age of 26, starting the first day of the month after you are hired. + Paid Holidays: Eleven (11) days. + Unpaid Leave: Up to ten (10) extra days off (with Supervisor approval). + Sick Time: Starts right away—earn 1 hour of sick time for every 20 hours worked, up to 80 hours each year. + Wellness Benefits: Includes 10 free counseling sessions, plus help with finances, legal advice, and more. + Clothing Allowance: $200 per year. Union: This classification is represented by the Seasonal Maintenance Worker Laborers' Local 483. To view this labor agreement, please click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements) . Note: Interviews are planned for February. Currently, only Portland Parks & Recreation has available vacancies. However, candidates that apply may be considered for vacancies with the following additional Service Areas should positions become available: Public Works: Water, and Environmental Services. Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) Summary: We have over 15 entry-level job openings across the city. You’ll help keep our parks, golf courses, sports fields, pools, fountains, and even the Portland International Raceway clean and safe. These positions are for adults of all ages and backgrounds. We provide training for those who meet the basic requirements, so no special experience is needed. PP&R Duties: + Perform regular cleaning and maintenance tasks, including cleaning, opening, and closing of park restroom facilities. + Learn and perform manual labor and tasks. + Operate pick-ups, smaller flatbed and dump trucks, and other automotive equipment not requiring a Commercial Driver's License. + Perform pre-and post-trip safety inspection of vehicle. + Operate hand-held power tools, such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, etc. + Work safely and wear personal protective equipment for various tasks. + Work independently, or as part of a team. + Understand and follow basic oral and simple written instructions in English. We are looking to fill open positions in several different geographic areas and work groups. For more information about the specific Seasonal Maintenance Worker positions you can apply for with Portland Parks & Recreation, please click here or scroll to the bottom of this job announcement. Have a question? Contact: Loan Tran Polanco, Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources Loan.Tran@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify Qualifications Needed: + Ability to learn manual labor tasks. + Ability to do medium to heavy manual labor for extended periods, including standing for long periods of time, and squatting or kneeling. + Ability to work with co-workers and members of the public from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. + Ability to work effectively within a team and independently without direct continuous supervision. + Ability to work outside in all weather conditions. + Ability to learn and use safe working practices and report safety problems. You must also: + Be at least 18 years of age at time of hire. + Pass a pre-employment physical, including a physical capacities test after an offer is made. + If being considered for a Public Works Transportation role (formerly PBOT), applicants must c omplete Chainsaw Operations and Lockout/Tagout Trainings after hire. Preferred Qualifications, (a lthough not required, you may have one or more of the following): + Have a current/valid state driver's license and meet City "good driver (https://www.portlandoregon.gov/citycode/article/12184) " requirements. The Recruitment Process How to Apply: + Click "APPLY" to submit your application online. + You need to answer the supplemental questions and fill out your work history. + If you are a Veteran and want preference, attach your Veteran documents Hiring Process: Step 1: Apply online between February 10, 2025 - March 10, 2025 Step 2: We will review your application to see if you meet the minimum needs for this role. Step 3: If you qualify, you will be placed on a list of eligible candidates. You have 14 days from when you get your evaluation results to tell us if you want to review and talk about them. For more details, read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 (https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes) Step 4: Interviews are currently planned for February. Applicants will be notified as interview dates become available, or if anything changes. Step 5: Job offers will be made after interviews. The scheduling and completion of pre-employment screenings, like the Physical Capacities Testing (PCT), can take 2-3 weeks or more. Step 6: The start date will be set once all hiring conditions are met. Pre-Hire Evaluation Exam (Physical Exam) Unless you are a current City of Portland employee in a position requiring a similar or more demanding Physical Capabilities Test (PCT), you will be required to participate in and pass the pre-hire evaluation exam as part of the conditional job offer you may receive for this position. The exam is administered by an independent occupational expert and will consist of performing tasks similar to those you would do on the job. You may review the knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions for this job class here: https://www.portland.gov/sites/default/files/2020-05/seasonal-maint-worker.pdf(Download PDF reader). You should be prepared to do your best, use good body mechanics and be in good condition. While each job class will have its own tests, listed below are examples of tasks you may be asked to perform: + Crawl for 50 feet. + Pull a weighted sled for 20 feet. + Step up and down on an 11" platform for a 6 minute duration. + Shovel repetitively. + Climb a vertical ladder as high as 6 feet. + Turn a valve. + Walk on uneven terrain. + Hammering repetitively. + Carry a weighted crate (maximum distance is 50 feet); weight varies by job class. + Lift a weighted crate from the floor to as much as 40" high; weight varies by job class. + Detach, move and attach plastic forms from a full range of body positions, from lying on your back to reaching overhead. + Lift dumbbells repetitively (maximum 20 lbs. each) from knee height to overhead. Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: + Veteran Preference + ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations + Work Status + Equal Employment Opportunity An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer PUBLIC WORKS: TRANSPORTATION (formerly PBOT) areas and work groups: Learn more about Portland Bureau of Transportation at: https: //www.portland.gov/transportation Public Works: Transportation does not have any current job openings for Seasonal Maintenance Workers to support the Maintenance Operations Group. The Maintenance Operations Group maintains the essential infrastructure of our city, which includes the following - our streets, bridges, tunnels, greenspaces, street cleaning, sidewalks, traffic signs, and pavement markings. They keep our rivers clean by repairing the city's wastewater and stormwater lines. Our crews all have the same goal: Maintain streets, roads, and bridges that allow people, goods, and stormwater to move through our city. Maintenance workers don't just help people get around; They also help keep our rivers clean by maintaining the city's wastewater and stormwater conveyance system. The Seasonal Maintenance Worker is a member of the bureau's 24-hour response team. You may be required to work after-hour, evening, weekend, and holiday emergency response. Keeping Our Rivers Clean With this team, SMWs will provide support with - Traffic control and flagging on various projects and locations Repairing and maintenance of stormwater and wastewater pipes Removing natural debris from small creeks and ditches Closing circuit camera operators with equipment inspecting pipes Assisting utility locators with locating underground stormwater and wastewater pipes Assisting with the maintenance of pipes, ditches, and natural drainage systems Special projects, both in-office and in the field Outdoor work may be in built urban environments, residential areas, or natural areas, such as forests. Indoor work may be in an office setting or storage area. Traffic Signs and Markings This team maintains all city sign assets. City sign assets include the following - street name signs, stop signs, and way finding signage in right of way. This team also maintains all of the yellow and white lane markings, crosswalks, and other pavement markings. With this team, SMWs will provide support with - Traffic control and flagging on various projects and locations in the right of way Digging holes for mounting posts and brackets for signs Loading vehicles with necessary material and equipment for daily work Assisting with end-of-shift cleaning of vehicles, recycling needed metal or wood Other duties as assigned Sidewalks Maintenance Construction This team works in residential neighborhoods and in the right of way to help provide accessibility for all roadway users. With this team, SMWs will provide support with - Setting up and taking down daily traffic control for work zones, flagging as needed Ensuring work zone is clean and clear of trip hazards during construction phase Assisting with loading daily equipment or material, such as shovels, wood forms, nails, and hammers) Assisting with preparation for corner ramp construction, including preparing area for concrete pours Cleaning up equipment and vehicles, as needed Other duties as assigned Roadway Repairs This team performs a variety of road repair on all city streets. With this team, SMWs will provide support with - Setting up and maintaining traffic control to keep co-workers and the public safe Filling potholes and making small repairs Patching the road after a water or sewer line is repaired Large paving projects, where several blocks are paved with a new road surface, for example Clearing landslides and other natural debris, which may fall onto the roadway Street Cleaning This teams operates several cleaning programs. The list of cleaning programs and services they provide include - street sweeping, sidewalk flushing, greenspace maintenance, traffic island maintenance, non-curbed roadway vegetation removal, bike lane sweeping, and mow and brush cutting. With this team, SMWs will provide support with - Traffic control and flagging Operating mowers and weed trimmers Hose flushing and power washing Loading equipment and materials for daily work Cleaning job site and removing traffic control Assisting with emergency response, removing hazards in the right of way Building Facilities and Material Distribution Center This team supports internal PBOT employees and services required for Maintenance and Operations. With this team, SMWs will provide general support to the facility and the Materials Distribution Center. Typical duties may include - Assisting with landscaping, including invasive species removal General building maintenance, including office and meeting space setup, removing garbage, and sweeping floors General grounds and equipment maintenance Providing customer service at warehouse front desk Assisting with receiving materials Replenishing stock PORTLAND PARKS & RECREATION areas and work groups: Learn more about Portland Parks & Recreation: https://www.portland.gov/parks Aquatics/Fountains This team maintains our swimming pools and recreational fountains, including: Getting outdoor pools and fountains open for summer and closed for winter. Cleaning (removing litter, pressure-washing, etc.) pools and fountains. Testing water in pools, maintaining water chemistry, backwash filters, etc. Athletic Fields This team keeps our athletic fields ready for play by leagues and others, including: Preparing, maintaining, and striping sports fields. Other tasks to keep fields safe and ready for use. Renovate/design fields Work at various sporting event tournaments. Work in a team environment. Learn and use different small engine equipment. Community Gardens Fixing garden infrastructure including locks, paths, and garden beds. Supporting gardener work parties. Driving large trucks. Golf Ground Maintenance Work at one of our five golf courses across the city. Work includes: Mowing greens, tees, fairways, and rough areas, and maintaining bunkers. Picking up trash and cleaning restrooms. Digging, raking, edging, pruning, irrigation and flower bed maintenance. Horticulture Services This team does a variety of landscape work, including: Maintaining planters and landscapes outside city-owned buildings. String trimming, hedge shearing, hand weeding, blowing, and rough area maintenance. Loading, unloading, and watering nursery plant material and delivering them to work sites. Developed Park Maintenance (various locations around the city) Seven maintenance teams care for 100+ developed parks throughout Portland, including: Cleaning restrooms and removing trash. Safely operating City-owned vehicles. Working independently. Operating small equipment such as edgers, trimmers, blowers. Assisting with horticultural projects such as mulching, weeding, edging lawns, watering, and working with volunteers. Maintaining positive relationships with community members. This summary outlines the benefit programs, actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. The City of Portland offers a comprehensive benefit package that is competitive with other private and public sector employers. More detailed information can be obtained by calling the Health & Financial Benefits Office at 503-823-6031. Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) (https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bhr/67562) A Seasonal Maintenance Worker (SMW) is eligible for health benefits (medical, dental, vision) 1st of the month following date of hire or re-hire. Coverage is available to employees, their spouse/domestic partner and eligible dependent children up to age 26. The City pays 90% of the cost of coverage, employees pay 10%. Retirement (http://www.oregon.gov/PERS/) Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) The City currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution. Employees who are OPSRP members are vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65. Sick Leave (http://www.portlandoregon.gov/citycode/article/12414) SMWs accrue sick leave in accordance with the City of Portland protected sick time law. Family Medical Leave (http://www.portlandonline.com/omf/index.cfm?c=27799&a=12415) In accordance with federal and state law, and the City policy for family medical leave, the City grants family and medical leave to eligible employees for certain family and medical related reasons. 01 Thank you for your interest in working with the City of Portland! We appreciate your time and want to make sure your application process goes smoothly. The questions that follow are important because they help us see if you meet the basic requirements of the job. Your answers to these questions really matter. They give us information we need to know about your qualifications, ability, and availability. Note: If you are asking for Veterans' Preference, please attach a copy of your DD2-14 and/or Benefit letter. Make sure all documents are uploaded by the deadline mentioned in this job posting. Have you read and understood everything above? + Yes + No - If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter on the announcement. 02 Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one) 03 The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate: + My application was submitted with the understanding that the City of Portland would keep the information confidential and would only disclose the information if ordered to do so. I would not have submitted this application without the promise of confidentiality. + You may release my application, I am waiving confidentiality. 04 Are you able to learn medium to heavy manual labor tasks? + Yes + No 05 Are you able to perform medium to heavy manual labor for extended periods, including standing for long periods of time, squatting, kneeling, repeated bending, reaching, and lifting heavy objects? + Yes + No 06 Are you able to work with co-workers and members of the public from diverse backgrounds and life experiences? + Yes + No 07 Are you able to work effectively within a team and independently without direct continuous supervision? + Yes + No 08 Are you able to work outside in all weather conditions? + Yes + No 09 Are you able to learn and use safe working practices and report safety problems after appropriate training? + Yes + No 10 Are you comfortable cleaning restrooms and picking up litter (e.g., trash, needles) while using the provided PPE? + Yes + No 11 Will you be at least 18 years of age or will turn 18 within the next 2 months? + Yes + No 12 Do you currently possess a current/valid state driver's license? + Yes + No 13 Please select your desired work units. + All Options + Aquatics/Fountains - Located: mostly downtown + Athletic Fields - Located: Delta Park/North Portland + Community Gardens - Located: multiple locations throughout Portland + Golf Ground Maintenance - Located: multiple locations throughout Portland + Horticulture Services (Landscaping) - Located: multiple locations throughout Portland + Native Gathering Garden - Located: Cully Park/North Portland + Parks Maintenance - Downtown/Northwest + Parks Maintenance - East + Parks Maintenance - North + Parks Maintenance - Northeast + Parks Maintenance - South + Parks Maintenance - Southwest + Parks Maintenance - Located: Washington Park/Southwest + Parks Maintenance Community Gardens - Located: multiple locations throughout Portland + Natural Areas - East + Natural Areas - West + Portland International Raceway - Located: North Portland + Urban Forestry - Located: Delta Park/North Portland + Public Works: Environmental Services + Public Works: Water + Public Works: Transportation 14 Which shifts are you available to work? (You can choose more than one.) + 6:30am - 2:30pm + 12pm - 7pm (Swing shift) + 7pm - 6am (Overnight Shift) 15 Please select your availability below: Note: there is currently no option for weekends only. + Weekdays AND Weekends + Weekdays only Required Question Employer City of Portland Address 1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987 Portland, Oregon, 97204 Website http://www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email