Machine Shop Technician II (Casual)

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Please Note: PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington.

Portland Community College will also ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. With four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area, our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.

Casual positions at Portland Community College have a working hour limit per fiscal year. Please see the Casual Employment at PCC section below for more details.

The Machine Shop Technician II builds upon the foundational duties of a Step I Technician, with additional responsibility for directing the work of others performing similar tasks. This position encompasses skilled craft work of a more technical and specialized nature, requiring a higher level of expertise and independent judgment. This role is essential to maintaining quality instruction, ensuring efficient lab operations, and providing experienced leadership within the machine shop environment.

What You'll Do and Who We Are Looking For

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Technical Operations

• Operate and maintain manual and CNC machine shop equipment including lathes, mills, and grinders.
• Perform skilled machining and fabrication tasks of a technical and specialized nature.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and ensure tools and machinery are in safe working order.
• Support faculty and students with hands-on lab activities and equipment operation.

Leadership & Direction

• Direct and oversee the work of Step I technicians and others performing similar tasks.
• Provide on-the-job guidance and mentorship to less experienced staff.
• Ensure tasks are completed accurately, safely, and in accordance with established standards.
• Serve as a technical resource for students, instructors, and staff.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce OSHA safety standards and institutional policies within the machine shop.
• Conduct routine safety checks and equipment inspections.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, inventory, and lab operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Journey-level experience or equivalent in machining, manufacturing technology, or a related field.
• Proficiency with manual and CNC machine shop equipment.
• Experience directing or guiding the work of others.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and machine shop best practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or vocational certificate in Machining Technology or related field.
• Experience in an educational or training center environment.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software.

Location : OMIC Training Center

This position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.

Casual Employment at PCC

Casual Employment Categories

Clerical/Administrative Support

Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal year

Service Assistant/Maintenance

Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal year

Skilled Craft

Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal year

Technical Assistant

Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal year

Professional

Employee can work up to 959 hours in a fiscal year

Management/Supervisory

Employee can work up to 1039 hours in a fiscal year

Casual Compensation Hourly Range
$16.30 - $23.67

Potential Benefits Eligibility

As a new Casual employee, you may be eligible for certain benefits through PCC, such as Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans.

More detailed information on the benefits plans, who is eligible, and how to enroll or make changes can be found at pcc.edu/hr/benefits. Please email View email address on click.appcast.io if you have any questions.

Please note that Portland Community College is not currently able to provide visa (e.g. H1-B Visa) sponsorship for potential employees.

Contact PCC at View email address on click.appcast.io if you have questions

Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment

Portland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:

• Veterans: DD214
• Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA

Notice of the Availability of the Annual Security Report

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), you may view Portland Community College's (PCC) most recent Annual Security Report (ASR) on the Department of Public Safety website. The ASR contains current security and safety-related policy disclosure statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and resources, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains crime statistics for Clery Act crimes which occurred on PCC properties for the last three calendar years. Paper copies of the ASR are available upon request at all Department of Public Safety offices.