Facilities Maintenance Technician Jobs in Oregon
Facilities Maintenance Technician jobs in Oregon concentrate in manufacturing, higher education, healthcare, and commercial real estate, with demand running from entry-level trades helpers through senior multi-craft technicians. Portland, Salem, and Eugene account for the largest share of openings, and established employers such as Nike, Oregon Health and Science University, and PeaceHealth maintain ongoing facilities maintenance technician needs across their campuses and facilities. HVAC systems, electrical troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance program management are the most consistently sought specialties across Oregon postings. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Overview
The City of Gresham has a rewarding opportunity for a new member of the Facilities Management team, which is part of the Gresham Administrative Services portfolio. This position works in a collaborative team environment to repair and maintain City buildings and grounds under the lead direction of the Facilities Manager.
The Facilities Maintenance Technician 2 performs a variety of skilled maintenance and repair projects. We are looking for someone with journey-level carpentry, plumbing, mechanical and landscaping skills. The Facilities Maintenance Technician 2 will perform maintenance and repair on heating and air conditioning systems as well as electrical work. In this role, you will occasionally work alone with limited supervision, and frequently as part of a team. The Facilities Maintenance Technicians support the City's organizational value of public service through professional, dedicated and skilled maintenance of City buildings and properties.We believe that to deliver the highest level of service to all Gresham community members, it is crucial we employ a diverse workforce, foster an inclusive working environment, and ensure our policies and systems result in equitable outcomes. The City seeks candidates who will support these values by continuously incorporating equity in their daily work and actively contributing to a workplace culture that respects unique viewpoints, life experiences and cultural perspectives. Our work is challenging, fast-paced and rewarding.
As Oregon's fourth-largest city, Gresham is a welcoming community of hard-working people where tradition and heritage meet innovation and opportunity. Gresham is a dynamic and rapidly growing city where families and businesses have a mutual desire and drive to thrive. City of Gresham employees care deeply about the community they serve, and go 'one step beyond' to deliver services in collaborative, inventive, practical, and nimble ways. Come build the future with us.
Position Description
What you will get to do:
- Assist in inspecting buildings and facilities to identify maintenance and repair needs
- Perform HVAC and electrical repair tasks
- Perform maintenance and repair work, including carpentry, landscaping, painting, and mechanical work using a variety of hand and power tools and equipment, such as saws, drills, paint sprayers, air compressors, pesticide sprayers, sewer augers, gauges, various carpentry and landscaping tools, and others
- Operate light- and medium-duty trucks in picking up and delivering materials and supplies to various City locations.
- Perform plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair
- Perform carpentry duties in the installation of shelves, signs, bulletin boards, and others
- Hire contractors, coordinate schedules, create contracts, and oversee contract work to ensure compliance with local, state and federal laws
- Participate in the Facilities on-call rotation
- Tape, mud, and paint damaged walls and doors
- Install and move modular furniture
- Perform parking lot maintenance and landscape maintenance on shrub beds and gardens
- Document maintenance and repair activities and maintain records
- Respond to and resolve inquiries and complaints regarding operations, construction, maintenance, and repair activities
- Provide support and information to the public, staff, managers, and other departments
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualities we are looking for:
- Someone who is collaborative and enjoys working as part of a close-knit team, but is also able to work individually when required
- A person who understands practices, principles, procedures, regulations, and techniques as they relate to HVAC and electrical systems, painting techniques, building operations and maintenance, parking lot and landscaping maintenance, plumbing, and carpentry
- A person who understands laws, rules, regulations and ordinances affecting City policies and operations
- A person who is knowledgeable about safety standards, practices, and procedures of equipment operation, heavy labor, and power tools and equipment
- Someone who is able to manage contracts and oversee contractors engaged in installation, maintenance and repair activities
- Someone who can exercise discretion in confidential and sensitive matters
- Someone who understands and interprets schematics, drawings, and blueprints
- Ability to operate a forklift, pallet truck, hand tools, and vehicles
- Someone who establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all internal and external customers
- Ability to operate office equipment and technology tools including personal computers, laptop computers and printers, and presentation equipment
- A person who can communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- A person who can physically perform the essential job functions
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- One (1) to four (4) years of experience responding to and resolving facilities requests, inspecting buildings and facilities, working in construction or repair, maintaining HVAC systems, electrical repair and maintenance, or related experience
- Valid driver's license
- Good driving record
- Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Additional Required Training, Licenses or Certificates:
- Building Operator Certification, Level 1 (BOC 1) is required within 6 months of hire
- CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required within 6 months of hire
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Aerial and Truck-Mount Boom Lift certification is required within 6 months of hire
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Forklift certification is required within 6 months of hire
- Oregon Limited Building Maintenance Electrician (LBME) licensing process is required to be initiated within 30 days of hire
Preferred Qualifications:
- Journeyman-level HVAC and/or electrical repair skills
- Bilingual language proficiency (written and/or oral) in Spanish, Russian or Vietnamese preferred but not required
Selection Process
To apply for this position, apply at the top of this job posting.
Required application materials:
- Complete online application
- Complete answers to all supplemental questions
- Resume (optional)
The City of Gresham offers a comprehensive and equitable base salary within the listed range based on your experience, skills, and education verified in your application. We encourage you to clearly describe how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Learn more about Oregon Equal Pay.
If you desire a modification of this process to accommodate a disability, please provide your request in writing to HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov, or by phone to 503-618-2729, upon submitting the required application documents.
A review of application materials including your response to supplemental questions submitted will determine which candidates will be invited to an interview.
Communication with candidates will be done primarily through e-mail. Sometimes these messages may land in a spam or junk mail folder. We encourage you to monitor your inbox as well as the inbox within the governmentjobs.com portal for important updates related to this process.
Veteran's Preference
The City of Gresham provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with state law. Any candidate wishing to have their qualifying veteran's preference applied to the process must submit a qualifying document (DD Form 214 or 215) at the time of application providing proof of eligibility that includes discharge status. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the US Department of Veteran Affairs at the time of application, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
Our Commitment
The City of Gresham is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, Oregon, or local law.
Please direct questions about this position to 503-618-2729 or HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov.
If you need assistance with the online application, please contact NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a professional reference check, criminal background check, driving record review, others may be included.
The City provides full family, comprehensive medical and dental insurance. Vision and prescription coverages are included in the medical plans. Most limited term and regular status employees who work at least 30 hours per week pay nothing for their medical and dental coverage.
Medical Insurance Options:
- City of Gresham Core Plan- UnitedHealthcare Options PPO Network
- Kaiser Permanente Traditional HMO
- Delta Dental PPO Plan
- Willamette Dental Insurance
- Kaiser Permanente
Additional benefits include: Employer paid life insurance and long term disability, an employer sponsored deferred compensation plan, flexible spending accounts (medical, child care), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement (City picks up the 6% employee's contribution), an employer contribution to a HRA/VEBA medical savings account, paid time off (PTO) accrual at a minimum of 12.66 hours per month, and 4 hours of sick leave, in additional to nine paid holidays and 3.5 paid floating holidays per year.
For more detailed information, please visit our Employee Benefits page at: https://greshamoregon.gov/benefits/
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What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in facilities maintenance technician jobs across Oregon.
- Two or more years of hands-on building or facilities maintenance experience in a commercial or industrial setting
- Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems in a multi-trade environment
- EPA Section 608 refrigerant certification or willingness to obtain it before starting
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and plumbing blueprints and schematics
- Valid Oregon driver's license and reliable transportation for multi-site facilities roles
- Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems for work order tracking and reporting
Facilities Maintenance Technician Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a facilities maintenance technician in Oregon?
Most facilities maintenance technicians in Oregon enter through a vocational program, community college certificate, or a registered apprenticeship in a trade such as HVAC, electrical, or plumbing. Oregon does not issue a single statewide facilities maintenance license, but electricians must hold an Oregon Journeyman Electrician license issued by the Oregon Building Codes Division, and HVAC technicians handling refrigerants need EPA Section 608 certification. Many employers also accept candidates who completed the Oregon-registered apprenticeship programs administered through Associated Builders and Contractors of Oregon and Columbia Chapter.
Which companies hire facilities maintenance technicians in Oregon?
Oregon facilities maintenance technician roles are posted by Walmart, Heirloom, and HP and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Oregon's mix of large healthcare systems, semiconductor manufacturers, and university campuses means facilities maintenance technician openings appear consistently across both the Portland metro and the Willamette Valley.
Which Oregon cities have the most facilities maintenance technician jobs?
Portland, Bend, and Corvallis hold the most facilities maintenance technician openings in Oregon. Portland drives the largest share because of its concentration of healthcare campuses, technology manufacturing sites, and large commercial real estate portfolios, while Salem and Eugene see steady demand from state government buildings, universities, and regional hospital systems anchoring those markets.
Are there remote facilities maintenance technician jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're rare. Facilities maintenance work is inherently hands-on and site-specific, so most positions require a physical presence. About 0% of facilities maintenance technician openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those exceptions typically involve remote coordination, documentation, or facilities management oversight roles rather than direct repair and maintenance work.
How can I get hired as a facilities maintenance technician in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a facilities maintenance helper or building engineer assistant role with a property management company or large Oregon institution such as Oregon State University, Providence Health, or Legacy Health, both of which hire into structured entry-level facilities roles. Portland Community College and Lane Community College offer short-term facilities and building systems certificates that Oregon employers recognize. Earning an EPA Section 608 card before applying gives candidates without direct experience a concrete credential, and lateral moves from janitorial lead or construction laborer positions are common first steps into the technician track.
Where can I find and apply to facilities maintenance technician jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to facilities maintenance technician jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings updated in real time. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level, trade background, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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