City of Portland
Job Appointment and Schedule
Full‑time. Monday – Friday, 7 am – 3:30 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location 5001 N Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR 97203
Benefits Please check our benefits tab for an overview of the benefits for this position.
Union Representation sk1 Portland City Laborers 483 (PCL)
Application Material Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to attach a resume and a cover letter.
Position Summary The City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Millwright to join the BES Operations and Maintenance Group. This is full‑performance‑level work in the repair and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities and city‑wide pumping stations. Millwrights are responsible for the inspection, adjustment, installation, repair, and preventive and predictive maintenance of wastewater treatment equipment and structures (including pumps, gear reducers, valves, generators, pipe systems, boilers, heat exchangers, blowers, clarifiers, screen house systems, solids handling, chlorination equipment, and related structures). Employees of this class perform work with considerable independence. Work is reviewed by a supervisor through on‑site inspection for proper completion and/or review of completed work orders. Successful candidates will have completed a 4‑year apprenticeship program as an Industrial Maintenance Millwright or possess demonstrated equivalent skills and experience.
Qualifications
Knowledge
of fluid dynamics, hydraulic, pneumatic, and steam systems.
Experience
with welding and cutting structural steel; basic metal fabrication; pipefitting and layout; machine layout, blueprint reading, machinery erection, maintaining and rebuilding mechanical equipment and mechanisms, power transmission; mechanical piping systems, tubing, and plumbing.
Experience
in performing precision alignment and vibration analysis of equipment.
Experience
operating precision hand tools, power tools, precision measurement tools, and basic machine tools.
Additional Requirements
A valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record at the time of hire.
Some positions may require additional endorsements, certifications, or licenses.
Application Process Apply online between January 12 2025 and January 26 2026. The recruitment process will consist of a pass/fail evaluation of the applicant’s training and experience as demonstrated in their supplemental questionnaire, cover(datas, resume, and cover letter. Candidates passing the evaluation must meet one of the following to be placed on the equally ranked eligible list:
Have their Journeyman Certificate at the time of application.
Receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the Industrial Maintenance Millwright standards test at Mount Hood Community College.
Those candidates passing the evaluation and having their Journeyman’s certificate or a passing score will be placed on an equally ranked eligible list. You have 14 days from the notice of the examination results to let us know if you disagree with your results. Further evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. After acceptance of a conditional job offer, candidates must also successfully pass a physical capacities test.
Required Application Materials
Cover letter – must specifically address each qualification listed in the “To Qualify” section of the job announcement. The cover letter may reyn, but must not exceed three pages.
Resume
Answer to Supplemental Questions
Optional Application Materials
Veteran’s Preference documents (e.g., DD‑214, VA Benefit Letter). Must be submitted by the closing date. As of March 3 2025, if you have already submitted veteran documents and qualified for preference, you do not need to resubmit them for future recruitments.
Application Tips
Cover letter can exceed one page but no more than three.
Resume should support the details described in your cover letter.
How We Determine Pay:
The City of Portland is covered by the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Your salary is determinedReceiver based on the experience listed in your résumé that is Blogging. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience.
Electronic applications will not be accepted.
Do not attach any additional documents.
Please note that all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
Applicants may use AI tools to assist with the job application, but responses must be personalized and not copied verbatim.
All applications must be submitted via the City’s online application process.
Equal Pay and EEO Statements Every worker must receive equal pay for equal work regardless of gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics.
Each applicant is entitled to equal pay for equal work irrespective of gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics. The City of Portland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Additional Information Links
City of Portland Core Values
Recruitment Process – Work Status
Equal Employment Opportunity
Veteran Preference
ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
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Work Location 5001 N Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR 97203
Benefits Please check our benefits tab for an overview of the benefits for this position.
Union Representation sk1 Portland City Laborers 483 (PCL)
Application Material Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to attach a resume and a cover letter.
Position Summary The City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Millwright to join the BES Operations and Maintenance Group. This is full‑performance‑level work in the repair and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities and city‑wide pumping stations. Millwrights are responsible for the inspection, adjustment, installation, repair, and preventive and predictive maintenance of wastewater treatment equipment and structures (including pumps, gear reducers, valves, generators, pipe systems, boilers, heat exchangers, blowers, clarifiers, screen house systems, solids handling, chlorination equipment, and related structures). Employees of this class perform work with considerable independence. Work is reviewed by a supervisor through on‑site inspection for proper completion and/or review of completed work orders. Successful candidates will have completed a 4‑year apprenticeship program as an Industrial Maintenance Millwright or possess demonstrated equivalent skills and experience.
Qualifications
Knowledge
of fluid dynamics, hydraulic, pneumatic, and steam systems.
Experience
with welding and cutting structural steel; basic metal fabrication; pipefitting and layout; machine layout, blueprint reading, machinery erection, maintaining and rebuilding mechanical equipment and mechanisms, power transmission; mechanical piping systems, tubing, and plumbing.
Experience
in performing precision alignment and vibration analysis of equipment.
Experience
operating precision hand tools, power tools, precision measurement tools, and basic machine tools.
Additional Requirements
A valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record at the time of hire.
Some positions may require additional endorsements, certifications, or licenses.
Application Process Apply online between January 12 2025 and January 26 2026. The recruitment process will consist of a pass/fail evaluation of the applicant’s training and experience as demonstrated in their supplemental questionnaire, cover(datas, resume, and cover letter. Candidates passing the evaluation must meet one of the following to be placed on the equally ranked eligible list:
Have their Journeyman Certificate at the time of application.
Receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the Industrial Maintenance Millwright standards test at Mount Hood Community College.
Those candidates passing the evaluation and having their Journeyman’s certificate or a passing score will be placed on an equally ranked eligible list. You have 14 days from the notice of the examination results to let us know if you disagree with your results. Further evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. After acceptance of a conditional job offer, candidates must also successfully pass a physical capacities test.
Required Application Materials
Cover letter – must specifically address each qualification listed in the “To Qualify” section of the job announcement. The cover letter may reyn, but must not exceed three pages.
Resume
Answer to Supplemental Questions
Optional Application Materials
Veteran’s Preference documents (e.g., DD‑214, VA Benefit Letter). Must be submitted by the closing date. As of March 3 2025, if you have already submitted veteran documents and qualified for preference, you do not need to resubmit them for future recruitments.
Application Tips
Cover letter can exceed one page but no more than three.
Resume should support the details described in your cover letter.
How We Determine Pay:
The City of Portland is covered by the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Your salary is determinedReceiver based on the experience listed in your résumé that is Blogging. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience.
Electronic applications will not be accepted.
Do not attach any additional documents.
Please note that all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
Applicants may use AI tools to assist with the job application, but responses must be personalized and not copied verbatim.
All applications must be submitted via the City’s online application process.
Equal Pay and EEO Statements Every worker must receive equal pay for equal work regardless of gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics.
Each applicant is entitled to equal pay for equal work irrespective of gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics. The City of Portland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Additional Information Links
City of Portland Core Values
Recruitment Process – Work Status
Equal Employment Opportunity
Veteran Preference
ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
#J-18808-Ljbffr