Machine Shop Technician II (Casual)

Portland Community College; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Oregon Sick Leave

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Portland Community College’s OMIC Training Center seeks a skilled Machine Shop Technician II to lead and support lab operations. You will operate manual and CNC equipment, oversee technicians, and ensure safety and quality in a dynamic educational setting.

This full-time, on-site role requires experience in machining, CAD/CAM familiarity, and the ability to guide others while maintaining precise standards for instruction and laboratory work.

Qualifications

• Journey-level experience in machining or related field.
• Proficiency with manual and CNC machine shop equipment.
• Experience directing or guiding the work of others.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain manual and CNC machine shop equipment.
• Perform skilled machining and fabrication tasks.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and ensure safe operation.
• Direct and oversee Step I technicians and others.
• Mentor staff and provide technical guidance.
• Enforce safety standards and conduct inspections.
• Maintain records of maintenance and lab operations.

Skills

Machining technology

CNC machining

Team leadership

OSHA safety

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or vocational certificate in Machining Technology

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

# **Join Our Team at Portland Community College*****Please Note:** PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington.**Portland Community College will also ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].*Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. With four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area, our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.***Casual positions at Portland Community College have a working hour limit per fiscal year. Please see the Casual Employment at PCC section below for more details.***The Machine Shop Technician II builds upon the foundational duties of a Step I Technician, with additional responsibility for directing the work of others performing similar tasks. This position encompasses skilled craft work of a more technical and specialized nature, requiring a higher level of expertise and independent judgment. This role is essential to maintaining quality instruction, ensuring efficient lab operations, and providing experienced leadership within the machine shop environment.# **What You'll Do and Who We Are Looking For**# # Essential Duties and Responsibilities## Technical Operations* Operate and maintain manual and CNC machine shop equipment including lathes, mills, and grinders.* Perform skilled machining and fabrication tasks of a technical and specialized nature.* Troubleshoot equipment issues and ensure tools and machinery are in safe working order.* Support faculty and students with hands-on lab activities and equipment operation.## Leadership and Direction* Direct and oversee the work of Step I technicians and others performing similar tasks.* Provide on-the-job guidance and mentorship to less experienced staff.* Ensure tasks are completed accurately, safely, and in accordance with established standards.* Serve as a technical resource for students, instructors, and staff.## Safety and Compliance* Enforce OSHA safety standards and institutional policies within the machine shop.* Conduct routine safety checks and equipment inspections.* Maintain accurate records of maintenance, inventory, and lab operations.# Minimum Qualifications* Journey-level experience or equivalent in machining, manufacturing technology, or a related field.* Proficiency with manual and CNC machine shop equipment.* Experience directing or guiding the work of others.* Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and machine shop best practices.* Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.# Preferred Qualifications* Associate degree or vocational certificate in Machining Technology or related field.* Experience in an educational or training center environment.* Familiarity with CAD/CAM software.**Location**: OMIC Training Center**This position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.**# **Casual Employment at PCC****Casual Employment Categories**Clerical/Administrative Support Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal yearService Assistant/Maintenance Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal yearSkilled Craft Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal yearTechnical Assistant Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal yearProfessional Employee can work up to 959 hours in a fiscal yearManagement/Supervisory Employee can work up to 1039 hours in a fiscal year# **Casual Compensation Hourly Range**$16.30 - $23.67# **Potential Benefits Eligibility**As a new Casual employee, you may be eligible for certain benefits through PCC, such as Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans. More detailed information on the benefits plans, who is eligible, and how to enroll or make changes can be found at pcc.edu/hr/benefits. Please email [e-mail] if you have any questions.# **Please note that Portland Community College is not currently able to provide visa (e.g. H1-B Visa) sponsorship for potential employees.**## **Contact PCC at** **[e-mail]** **if you have questions**## **Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment**Portland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. *You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:** **Veterans:** DD214* **Disabled Veterans:** DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA