Operating Engineer II
Oregon Metro • Portland'5 Centers for the Arts, OR4d • Hybrid
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First Opportunity Program: Operating Engineer II (variable hour)
Oregon Metro•Portland'5 Centers for the Arts, OR
•Hybrid
About The Position
This is a First Opportunity recruitment, we are only accepting applications from residents who live within the First Opportunity Target Area (FOTA) and meet the qualifying annual household income limit. Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today, and tomorrow. Portland’5 Centers for the Arts, operated by Metro, is one of the nation’s largest performing arts centers, managing five iconic venues in downtown Portland. As an Operating Engineer II (Licensed Limited Maintenance Electrician), you’ll support the safe and reliable operation of building systems that power world-class performances. This event-driven role is ideal if you thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring strong mechanical expertise, with work primarily focused on HVAC and electrical systems and exposure to a wide range of technical building systems. This position supports both event-based and day-shift operations, with scheduling based on business needs and occasional evenings and weekends. In addition to real-time event support, day-shift assignments may allow for longer-term maintenance and project work that’s difficult to complete during performances. Success in this role requires flexibility, reliability, strong attendance, effective communication across departments, and the ability to collaborate with multiple trades and clearly explain technical information to diverse audiences.
Requirements
- Two years of experience as an operating engineer in a large facility or Maintenance Technician in a medium to large commercial facility, OR any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
- Possession of a current and valid Limited Maintenance Electrical License.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
- Able to work a variety of shifts including weekdays, daylight hours, evenings, weekends and holidays as required.
- Ability to successfully pass a background and driving check.
Nice To Haves
- OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 certificate
- Moving Elevated Work Platform or scaffolding authorized person certificate of training
- Heavy equipment or forklift authorized person certificate of training
- Universal CFC/EPA Certificate
- Brazing or Welding Certificate
- HVAC trade-school certification equivalent or more
- Niagara or other BAS (Building Automation System) training certificate
- Fall Protection Certificate of training
- Lock Technician or Locksmith Certificate
- Network Infrastructure or Security Certificate or Knowledge of basic TCP/IP networking hardware and physical infrastructure
- Mechanical experience from military role
- Strong ability to work in the daytime hours to support core operational needs.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain electrical systems in accordance with an Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) license; must possess and maintain an active LME.
- Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC systems: including air handlers, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, fans, controls, and associated PLC/automation systems, using building drawings and documentation.
- Service plumbing and hydronic systems: including piping, valves, drainage, and potable/non-potable water systems.
- Support life and fire safety systems: coordinating inspections and maintenance for sprinklers, alarms, suppression systems, and related equipment.
- Perform general mechanical and building trades work: including doors, hardware, glazing, structural finishes, and minor carpentry; welding/brazing experience is a plus.
- Maintain kitchen and refrigeration equipment as needed.
- Assist with low-voltage infrastructure: including basic troubleshooting of network/data cabling tied to building systems.
- Use maintenance and work order systems to track repairs, review system data, and support efficient operation of building assets.
- Follow and promote safety standards: including OSHA practices, lockout/tagout, PPE use, and hazard awareness.
Benefits
- Eligible for overtime
- Represented by International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) local 701 union
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Job Type
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Career Level
Mid Level
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