Parking Meter Technician: Repairs, Upgrades & Public Support

City of Portland; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Portland is seeking a Pay Station Technician to repair, monitor, and maintain parking meters and their systems at 2835 N Kerby Ave, Portland, OR. The role involves diagnosing mechanical and electronic issues, installing updates to meter software, and keeping meters graffiti-free.

Strong problem-solving and hands-on technical skills are essential, with a focus on safe city-vehicle operations. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, setting up hardware, performing upgrades,

Qualifications

• Good time-management skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Outstanding troubleshooting skills.
• Critical-thinker and problem solver.
• Service-oriented workplace persona.
• Familiar with a variety of computer systems.
• Experience using small hand tools to assist in the installation and removal of meters and components.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair technological and mechanical equipment for parking meters.
• Set up parking meter hardware.
• Install parking meter software.
• Perform regular upgrades.
• Perform troubleshoot activities.
• Create and maintain electronic records of repairs and fixes.
• Train and collaborate with other team members.
• Interacting with the public, providing technical support.
• Repairing vandalized parts and graffiti from metersDrive a van or other city vehicle

Skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

Troubleshooting

Critical thinking

Service mindset

Computer systems familiarity

Hand tools usage

Tools

Small hand tools

Job description

City of Portland is seeking a Pay Station Technician to repair, monitor, and maintain parking meters and their systems at 2835 N Kerby Ave, Portland, OR. The role involves diagnosing mechanical and electronic issues, installing updates to meter software, and keeping meters graffiti-free.

Strong problem-solving and hands-on technical skills are essential, with a focus on safe city-vehicle operations. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, setting up hardware, performing upgrades,