Beautification Apprentice

Cultivate Initiatives • Portland, OR

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Cultivate Initiatives is a nonprofit that works alongside people on the margins, empowering individuals and communities through community engagement and action, workforce development, housing, and sheltering. The Beautification Apprentice provides community beautification services, including graffiti removal and waste removal, while maintaining the safety of themselves, their team, and their surroundings. The role represents Cultivate Initiatives to partners and community members and includes participation in meetings, trainings, and possibly special projects.

Applicants must have completed the Cultivate Initiatives internship program before employment; applicants who have completed it will be prioritized. This is a timebound position ending June 30, 2027, due to current funding. The role is accountable to the Property Stewardship Program Manager and, while offsite, the Beautification Lead. Work is performed indoors and outdoors in all types of weather, with environments ranging from quiet offices to louder industrial settings. The employee must be physically present at Cultivate Initiatives offices from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• Must have completed the Cultivate Initiatives internship program prior to employment.
• Must be able to perform manual labor requiring the full range of body movement.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Must be physically present in the Cultivate Initiatives offices from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• Must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or religious exemption.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants who have already completed the Cultivate Initiatives internship program will be prioritized.

Responsibilities

• Provide community beautification services, including graffiti removal, waste removal, and other services as requested.
• Maintain the safety of self, team, and surroundings while providing services.
• Represent Cultivate Initiatives to various partners and community members.
• Participate in meetings and trainings.
• May participate in special projects and activities.
• May perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by contributing to the success of a nonprofit organization.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed