Marine Laborer - Limited Time Duration

Port of Portland; Portland (OR); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Marine Laborer, contributing to essential marine maintenance and repair projects. This limited-duration role requires hands-on work and teamwork in a dynamic environment, with a focus on safety and inclusivity. Ideal for those passionate about marine environments.

Benefits

Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) reimbursement

Bonuses up to $1500

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of general labor and equipment operation experience.
• Ability to obtain a valid state driver's license and TWIC.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor and construction responsibilities.
• Participate in multi-trade work tasks and emergency repairs.
• Follow written and oral instructions.

Skills

Physical Work

Teamwork

Following Instructions

Education

High School diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

Construction Equipment

Job description

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The Position

Marine Laborer for the Port of Portland!

Join us as we seek skilled individuals to fill the role of Marine Laborer (limited time duration). Be a part of our team and contribute to vital marine maintenance and repair projects. If you're passionate about marine environments and enjoy hands-on work, this opportunity is for you!

Please note: This is a limited-duration role with a defined sunset date set for six months from the official start date.

Generally, the working schedule will be Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. with occasional overtime and weekends required. During the summer season, hours change to Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Essential Job Duties

• General labor and construction responsibilities including asphalt repair (crack/seal repair), general maintenance and repair (M&R) of marine rail systems, basic M&R and care of equipment and vehicles allocated to the group, provide general labor for other crafts needing assistance, and perform light janitorial duties.
• Participate in multi-trade work tasks that involve more complex maintenance and repair activities. Perform emergency repair work as assigned.
• Perform administrative and other work task duties as assigned.
• Position reports to and takes direction from the lead Foreman assigned for the composite group.
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Experience and Education

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum two (2) years of general labor and equipment operation in a construction and/or maintenance environment; or the equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience.
• License and/or Certification:
• Journeyman level certification preferred.
• Maintain a valid state driver's license is required. Class A commercial driver's license at time of hire is preferred; or the ability to obtain one within the probationary period is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) from the Federal government is required. All licensing fees will be reimbursed by the Port of Portland.

Demonstrated skills and ability:

• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Perform vigorous physical work in difficult working conditions, work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Participate in multi-trade craft work tasks.
• Perform work assignment estimating for proposals and cost control.
• Demonstrate commitment to valuing differences among individuals and passion for being inclusive.
• Must be able to demonstrate the physical ability to perform general construction labor tasks and ability to operate various construction equipment.
• Proven team player that shows the utmost respect for others.
  
  
  

Supplemental and Selection Information

SELECTION PROCESS (tentative Schedule)

• A minimum qualification evaluation of education, training, and experience of submitted application packets will take place by Human Resources the week of May 26, 2025.
• A Subject Matter Expert (SME) Panel will perform an evaluation of experience and training taken from your employment application materials including any responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
• Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates that successfully passed the SME evaluation step as soon as possible.
  
  
  

About Us

At the Port of Portland, we use everything we have – our three airports, three working marine terminals, five business parks, and all the resources, expertise, and experience behind them – to move with purpose, connecting people with powerful opportunities and creating value for our region. We know that every person we hire, business we work with, contract we sign and decision we make is a chance to make someone’s life better. And we’ll use our power and influence to pull down barriers, unlock new opportunities, ensure more people share in our region’s success and include those who have been excluded in the past. With YOUR help – together with our partners, customers, and community – we’ll help drive meaningful change!

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Safety: The Port promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice in accomplishing work by complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Port of Portland is dedicated to maintaining and improving a work environment, which extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. Employment decisions shall be made in such a manner as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of nondiscrimination and affirmative action. At the Port, we don't just accept difference; we value and support it to create a culture of inclusiveness and fun. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Veterans Preference: Under Oregon law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans’ preference when applying for Port of Portland positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veteran’s preference for this job, please provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

Background Checks and Drug Testing: The Port of Portland will conduct background checks and/or drug tests for positions where such tests are required by regulation and for other safety-sensitive positions.

ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the Port can reasonably do so without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources: call 503-415-6690 or email [e-mail].

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