Warehouse Driver

Driver - Transporter - AD161

Indian Health Clinic on Hancock - Portland, OR 97212

Overview

Salary Range $21.00 - $25.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Category UDS-Transportation Personnel-27-11b

Description

Title: Driver/Transporter Location: 703 NE Hancock St, Portland, OR 97212 Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm (an earlier schedule of 6:30 AM-3:00 PM is also available) Wage Range: $21.00 - $25.00 hourly, non-exempt

NARA Northwest is seeking a reliable, safety-focused, and hands-on Transport professional to support our facilities and transportation operations throughout the Portland metro area. The Driver/Transporter plays a vital role in ensuring our facilities, equipment, and transportation needs are maintained and operated safely and efficiently in support of NARA Northwest's mission and services.

At NARA Northwest, you'll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you're passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there's a place for you to make a meaningful difference.

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 500 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

The Driver is responsible for assisting with maintenance and upkeep of NARA Northwest facilities, equipment, and grounds while also providing transportation support. This position works closely with the Facility Director to help maintain safe, functional, and compliant facilities across multiple NARA Northwest locations.

This role includes driving between locations, supporting inventory and warehouse functions, responding to maintenance requests, and assisting with transportation duties.

What you will do:

• Drive between NARA locations to transport supplies, equipment, materials, and other resources.
• Shuttle staff, clients, or move equipment as requested.
• Perform general facility inspections, basic repairs, and vehicle maintenance.
• Assist with maintaining facility grounds, equipment, storage areas, and warehouse spaces.
• Assist with inventory management of supplies, equipment, tools, and facility materials.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and completed work.
• Support compliance with organizational policies and applicable safety regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with staff, volunteers, contractors, and community members while maintaining professional boundaries and respectful relationships.
• Attend department and facility meetings and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

We would like to hear from people that have:

• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and active auto insurance
• Experience performing general maintenance, repair, custodial, warehouse, or facilities-related work preferred.
• Basic experience with vehicle maintenance, including:
• Oil changes
• Lube jobs
• Tire rotations
• Coordinating or replacing tires as needed
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 pounds.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Successful completion of criminal background and DMV checks.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and for-cause drug screening.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working with youth
• Professional driving or transportation experience
• Experience working within Native American and/or Alaska Native communities

What's in it for you?

15 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, December 25th and your birthday!

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 15 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC

How to apply:

1. To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
2. Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that's all!
3. Feel free to contact View email address on click.appcast.io if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NW's sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a "Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form" and NARA NW "Modeling Sobriety Policy Form" as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position's activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.