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Port of Portland | Diversity Employer

Innovative, forward-thinking and modern aren’t usually words that spring to mind when you think of government. But here at the Port, we’re challenging assumptions every day. From our people to our building to the work that we do, we’re definitely not what you’d expect.

By sky, by land or by water, we connect the world’s enterprising minds with the trailblazing businesses of the Pacific Northwest. From Terminal 6 to the Portland International Airport, you’ll work in a diverse and fascinating territory, and play a vital role in enhancing our region’s quality of life. Join us.

Connecting Portland to the World




    port of portland pdxPortland International Airport
    Welcoming, efficient, and consistently voted Best U.S. Airport. Come fly with us. And we’re always looking for ways to serve you even better. Check out what it takes to run a world class airport.

    Marine
    We’re on the move: As Oregon’s largest port, we ship over 11 million tons of cargo a year, including grain, minerals, forest products and autos.

    Commercial Development
    Our business parks house more than 400 companies, including warehouses, manufacturers and distributors for clothing, shoes, tires, household goods and food.


Growing Our Region's Economy


We bring more than $6.4 billion a year to the Portland area. But what do those numbers really mean?


    Jobs
    Our airports, marine properties and business parks are responsible for more than 27,000 local jobs and 1.8 billion in wages.

    port of portland tradeTrade
    We take products to the world. About 300,000 vehicles rolled through our marine terminals last year. Recently, Subaru joined our Gresham Vista Business Park. And Cathay Pacific provides nonstop air cargo service between PDX and Hong Kong.

    Driving Local/Regional Businesses
    From airport refreshments to business parks to auto shippers to warehouse renters, we help grow our region’s economy. We also provide contract opportunities for certified small businesses.


Improving Quality of Life


Growth is meaningful when it also makes your day-to-day better. Here’s how we’re making that happen.

    Communities
    People come first. And we’re wide-ranging in whom we serve: Portland, Southwest Washington and communities throughout the Northwest, as well as partners across the Pacific and around the world.

    Environment
    Sustainability and protecting our environment is nothing new for us. We make everything we do as energy-efficient as possible, work to restore land, and carry out plans to reduce our carbon footprint.

    port of portland environmentEquity
    We’re committed to providing a safe, respectful space that allows everyone to thrive and celebrates a wide range of backgrounds, skills, abilities and points of view.


Join Our Team


Do meaningful work. Have your voice heard. Enjoy what you do.

Expect Purpose
Everyone brings unique ideas and talents to work — and we're committed to making sure yours get appreciated and recognized. We embrace diversity, equity, inclusivity and the opportunity to pursue innovation. We do all this in support of our core values and a mission that moves people.

Expect Growth
Our region is growing to meet the demands of the future. We believe our employees should keep growing, too. Enjoy a respectful work environment that supports curiosity, collaboration and contributing your best. We foster a performance coaching culture and offer training and advancement opportunities to further your ongoing career development. This includes tuition reimbursement, on-the-job training, conferences and a whole lot more.

Expect Balance
We care about our region's quality of life — and we also care about yours. As one of Oregon's healthiest employers, wellness is part of our DNA: Join a fitness challenge, get financial planning help, or even sign up for a cooking class. We also offer extensive benefits for our employees and their families, including health and wellness coverage, generous paid time off, an on-site fitness center and bike storage, discounted transportation passes, and exclusive employee access to a wide range of local retailers.

Moving Toward a Diverse Workforce
We value equity and inclusion, and we're committed to hiring people equally invested in these pursuits. We do this because we understand both our organization and the people we serve will benefit from the contributions and efforts of a diverse workforce.

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Civil Project Engineer III (or Civil Designer III)

Portland, Oregon

Port of Portland

The Position The Port of Portland is Hiring for an Civil Project Engineer III or Civil Designer III Are you someone who likes providing technical leadership, and helping monitor progress while developing and gathering the resources necessar...

Job Type Full Time
Port of Portland

Parking Control Representative

Portland, Oregon

Port of Portland

The Position * This is a part-time position with at least 30 hours scheduled a week (additional hours and overtime available) - BUT with full benefits! This position is also covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).* About us: Por...

Job Type Part Time
Port of Portland

Aviation Business & Properties Assistant

Portland, Oregon

Port of Portland

The Position Are you organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about customer experience, airport operations, and helping a dynamic team succeed? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are seeking an Aviation Business & Propert...

Job Type Full Time
Port of Portland

Marine Boilermaker/Mechanic - Limited Time Duration

Portland, Oregon

Port of Portland

The Position The Port of Portland is hiring a temporary Marine Boilermaker for our Marine Facilities! We are seeking a skilled journeyman welder and mechanic with a can-do attitude who would enjoy working in our unique Marine environment. T...

Job Type Full Time
Port of Portland

Marine Laborer

Portland, Oregon

Port of Portland

The Position We're hiring three (3) Marine Laborers for the Port of Portland! Join us as we seek skilled individuals to fill the role of Marine Laborer. Be a part of our team and contribute to vital marine maintenance and repair projects. I...

Job Type Full Time
Port of Portland

Marine Operations Assistant

Portland, Oregon

Port of Portland

The Position We're hiring a Marine Operations Assistant for the Port of Portland! In this role you will assist the management team and trades people by planning and scheduling maintenance activities. Streamline processes by utilizing techno...

Job Type Full Time
Port of Portland

Electrician - Portland International Airport

Portland, Oregon

Port of Portland

The Position The Portland International Airport, PDX, is often the first impression people have of Oregon, SW Washington, and the great City of Portland. From ground power units to airfield lighting, the PDX Maintenance Electricians keep th...

Job Type Full Time
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