Journeyman Electrician, Marine Terminal Maintenance

• Work hours typically fall between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with rotating shifts that may include nights and weekends. Overtime is required.
• Perform maintenance of electrical control systems on Port of Portland container cranes.
  • Troubleshoot and repair large direct current (DC) motors and DC motor controls.
  • Troubleshoot electrical and electronic controls, including relay logic, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming, and radio and/or micro-wave controls.
  • Perform maintenance of electrical distribution systems from voltages that range from 120 to 12.5KV volt branch circuits.
• Repair and/or replace any and all electrical systems at Marine facilities.
• Install and start-up new equipment, associated feeders, branch circuits, and controls.
• Gate receipt check in, plug/unplug, and monitor refrigerated containers. Maintain accurate temperature records.

• Oregon State General Journeyman license at time of hire is required.
• Experience and/or course work in technical electronics is preferred.
• Knowledge of PLC based control systems is preferred; specifically ABB/General Electric is preferred.
• Knowledge of the following:
  • Variable frequency drives
  • Closed-circuit television systems and camera controls
  • Engine powered generators
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Driver's License is required.
• Employees in this position must be required to successfully pass and maintain security clearance relevant to assigned duties such as SIDA (Security Identification Display Area), TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential), CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Systems), etc.

• Troubleshoot PLC and DC motor drives and controls, electrical troubleshooting, use of various testing equipment, HVAC controls, range of work on different voltages, CCTV and camera control, fire alarm maintenance, and work with fiber optics and coax cable applications.
• Adept at expressing ideas clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Promote safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work.
• Proven team player who shows the utmost respect for others.

• Work outdoors year-round and at high elevations, as needed.
• Read and understand electrical prints and technical manuals.
• Perform routine tasks with manual dexterity, physical coordination, and stamina.
• Work independently or effectively in collaboration with team members.
• Proficient at using computers as trouble shooting tools.
• Demonstrate commitment to valuing differences among individuals and passion for being inclusive.

SELECTION PROCESS (tentative schedule):

1. A minimum qualification evaluation of education, training, and experience of submitted application packets will take place by Human Resources the week of December 9, 2024.
   
   
2. 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.
   
   
3. Our goal is to schedule oral 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, four 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!

Do you have questions about this job?

Contact us: careers@portofportland.com

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.

Diversity and Inclusion: 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.

EEO/Affirmative Action Policy Statement: 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.

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 veterans 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 careers@portofportland.com.