Industrial Technician Jobs in Oregon
Industrial Technician jobs in Oregon are in consistent demand, with the state's semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, and forest products industries driving steady hiring across skill levels from entry-level maintenance roles to senior process technicians. Portland, Salem, and Eugene account for the largest share of openings, and major employers such as Intel, Georgia-Pacific, and PepsiCo have maintained long-term industrial operations in Oregon. The most sought-after specialties are electrical and instrumentation systems, PLC programming, and hydraulic and pneumatic maintenance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Company Overview:
Rogers Machinery, founded in 1949, specializes in industrial compressed air systems, blowers, vacuum pumps, and positive displacement pumps. We have 8 branches in the Northwest with full sales, service, and parts capability as well locations in San Jose, CA, Atlanta, GA, Houston, TX, and Southern California. Our production facilities are in Portland, OR and Centralia, WA. Visit our web site for more information at www.rogers-machinery.com (http://www.rogers-machinery.com).
Rogers Core Values: Commitment to our Customers; Honesty; Safety; Commitment to our Employees and the Communities we serve
Benefits: Full medical, dental, vision & life coverage; profit sharing & 401k; career training & growth support; counseling, life coaching, financial planning, personal & professional support; tuition reimbursement; paid vacation and sick leave; referral program; flexible spending account; legal aid; voluntary additional benefits (accident, hospital, etc.)
Career Website: rogers-machinery.com/pages/careers (https://rogers-machinery.com/pages/careers)
Job Summary:
Repair industrial machinery; such as, air compressors (5-500HP), positive displacement and liquid ring pumps, refrigerated and desiccant dryers, and vacuum systems at various customer sites.
Essential Job Duties:
- Read/follow sketches, schematics, blueprints, manufacturer’s specifications, and maintenance manuals to determine troubleshooting procedures.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform repairs using system troubleshooting methodology and diagnostic tools.
- Interpret readings on gages, indicators, and dials.
- Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.
- Dismantle machines and equipment to gain access to problem area, using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems.
- Realign and adjust components.
- Apply knowledge of electrical circuits, mechanics, and pneumatics.
- Verify that electrical power is reaching the compressed air equipment, and that voltage is as specified, using testing instruments.
- Test electrical components, such as wiring, switches, and relays, using test instruments, and replace faulty components.
- Troubleshoot PLCs with diagnostic tools.
- Start machine and equipment to test operation following repair.
- Complete the Level 3 PQS (Personnel Qualification Standard).
Additional Job Duties:
- May train customers’ staff in the operation of compressed air machinery.
- Maintain company vehicles.
- Organize and manage truck stock parts and tools.
- Complete timecards, work orders & paperwork legibly and in a timely manner.
- Position includes “on-call” as needed.
- Some overtime work and occasional overnight travel.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of compressor maintenance and troubleshooting experience or 5+ years of general mechanical experience.
- Specialized Training: Mechanics, Refrigeration, Electrical Circuitry
- Must have a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
- Ability to recognize common mechanical and electrical components.
- Apply system troubleshooting skills effectively.
- Effective customer relations skills.
Physical Demands:
- Exert force of 50 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, 10-20 lbs. constantly.
- Bend, twist, crawl, push, pull, reach, climb, stand in the active position of working on heavy industrial equipment.
Job Type:
- Full-time
Benefits:
- Health Insurance (medical and behavioral health)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account(s)
- Life Insurance
- Profit Share
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) and Roth Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Program
- Professional Development Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health Therapy and Coaching
- Legal Aid/ID Shield
- Financial Advisors
- Pet Insurance
- Ancillary Benefits such as: Critical Illness, Accident, Voluntary Life Plans, Short and Long Term Disability Plans etc.
Pay Range:
- $32 - $40 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: On the road in the Medford Area
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Company Overview:
Rogers Machinery, founded in 1949, specializes in industrial compressed air systems, blowers, vacuum pumps, and positive displacement pumps. We have 8 branches in the Northwest with full sales, service, and parts capability as well locations in San Jose, CA, Atlanta, GA, Houston, TX, and Southern California. Our production facilities are in Portland, OR and Centralia, WA. Visit our web site for more information at www.rogers-machinery.com (http://www.rogers-machinery.com).
Rogers Core Values: Commitment to our Customers; Honesty; Safety; Commitment to our Employees and the Communities we serve
Benefits: Full medical, dental, vision & life coverage; profit sharing & 401k; career training & growth support; counseling, life coaching, financial planning, personal & professional support; tuition reimbursement; paid vacation and sick leave; referral program; flexible spending account; legal aid; voluntary additional benefits (accident, hospital, etc.)
Career Website: rogers-machinery.com/pages/careers (https://rogers-machinery.com/pages/careers)
Job Summary:
Repair industrial machinery; such as, air compressors (5-500HP), positive displacement and liquid ring pumps, refrigerated and desiccant dryers, and vacuum systems at various customer sites.
Essential Job Duties:
- Read/follow sketches, schematics, blueprints, manufacturer’s specifications, and maintenance manuals to determine troubleshooting procedures.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform repairs using system troubleshooting methodology and diagnostic tools.
- Interpret readings on gages, indicators, and dials.
- Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.
- Dismantle machines and equipment to gain access to problem area, using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems.
- Realign and adjust components.
- Apply knowledge of electrical circuits, mechanics, and pneumatics.
- Verify that electrical power is reaching the compressed air equipment, and that voltage is as specified, using testing instruments.
- Test electrical components, such as wiring, switches, and relays, using test instruments, and replace faulty components.
- Troubleshoot PLCs with diagnostic tools.
- Start machine and equipment to test operation following repair.
- Complete the Level 3 PQS (Personnel Qualification Standard).
Additional Job Duties:
- May train customers’ staff in the operation of compressed air machinery.
- Maintain company vehicles.
- Organize and manage truck stock parts and tools.
- Complete timecards, work orders & paperwork legibly and in a timely manner.
- Position includes “on-call” as needed.
- Some overtime work and occasional overnight travel.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of compressor maintenance and troubleshooting experience or 5+ years of general mechanical experience.
- Specialized Training: Mechanics, Refrigeration, Electrical Circuitry
- Must have a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
- Ability to recognize common mechanical and electrical components.
- Apply system troubleshooting skills effectively.
- Effective customer relations skills.
Physical Demands:
- Exert force of 50 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, 10-20 lbs. constantly.
- Bend, twist, crawl, push, pull, reach, climb, stand in the active position of working on heavy industrial equipment.
Job Type:
- Full-time
Benefits:
- Health Insurance (medical and behavioral health)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account(s)
- Life Insurance
- Profit Share
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) and Roth Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Program
- Professional Development Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health Therapy and Coaching
- Legal Aid/ID Shield
- Financial Advisors
- Pet Insurance
- Ancillary Benefits such as: Critical Illness, Accident, Voluntary Life Plans, Short and Long Term Disability Plans etc.
Pay Range:
- $32 - $40 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: On the road in the Medford Area
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Industrial Technician Job Market in Oregon
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- Food & Beverage
- Technology & Software
What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in industrial technician jobs across Oregon.
- High school diploma or GED with completed technical or vocational training program
- Two or more years of hands-on industrial maintenance or manufacturing experience
- Demonstrated ability to read technical schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals
- Working knowledge of PLCs, instrumentation, and automated control systems
- Ability to perform preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
Industrial Technician Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a industrial technician in Oregon?
Most industrial technicians in Oregon enter the field through a two-year associate degree or certificate in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or electronics technology from a community college such as Portland Community College, Lane Community College, or Chemeketa Community College. Oregon does not require a state-issued license for most industrial technician roles, but employers strongly prefer candidates who hold a NIMS credential or have completed an apprenticeship through the Oregon State Apprenticeship and Training Division.
Which companies hire industrial technicians in Oregon?
Companies currently hiring industrial technicians in Oregon include CoolSys, ProAmpac, and Rogers Machinery Company, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Oregon's concentration of semiconductor fabs, food and beverage plants, and paper and pulp facilities means industrial technician roles are distributed across both the Portland metro and the Willamette Valley.
Which Oregon cities have the most industrial technician jobs?
Salem, Portland, and Beaverton have the most industrial technician openings in Oregon. Portland dominates due to Intel's large campus presence in Hillsboro and the broader concentration of manufacturing facilities in the metro, while Salem and Eugene draw demand from food processing plants, agricultural equipment operations, and regional distribution centers that require ongoing maintenance staffing.
Are there remote industrial technician jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're rare. Industrial technician work is largely hands-on and equipment-specific, so most positions require an on-site presence. About 0% of industrial technician openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to be limited to roles with a technical documentation, training, or field support coordination component rather than direct equipment maintenance.
How can I get hired as a industrial technician in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a certificate program at a community college such as Portland Community College or Chemeketa and applying directly to production technician or maintenance helper openings at Oregon food processing and manufacturing facilities. Intel's Oregon operations and companies like Lamb Weston regularly hire for entry-level technician associate roles. Holding a NIMS Level I credential or having completed a summer internship through the Oregon Apprenticeship and Training Division gives candidates a clear edge over other applicants without direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to industrial technician jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to industrial technician jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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