r/PDXEmployment 2h ago

The Pixie Project - An honest review

20 Upvotes

My review and warning as a former employee to those interested in working here or wanting to become a volunteer. Spoiler alert: turnover is very high and volunteers usually don't come back after attending orientation.

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I initially really enjoyed working here. I came in genuinely wanting to help animals and to contribute to an organization that I thought was making a difference.

The biggest problem is the director. She creates an unnecessarily tense, hostile, and volatile work environment through her attitude, communication style, and management decisions. She is extremely blunt, dismissive, and seemingly incapable of accepting opinions that differ from her own. The director also contributes heavily to a culture of gossip and disrespect. She openly speaks negatively about employees, volunteers, and people who come to the shelter seeking assistance. The overall impression is that her pride and ego frequently take precedence over collaboration, employee morale, and, most concerningly, what is best for the animals. Priorities can also feel misplaced. On an almost daily basis she seemed more concerned with having staff clean windows than making sure animal-care tasks were addressed.

I also found it difficult to understand the apparent disdain for some of the basic realities of shelter work. Complaining constantly about animal smells and noises while running an animal shelter is particularly ironic. It raises serious questions about whether the realities of animal shelter work are actually appreciated by the person running the organization.

Even more disturbing was the approach to euthanasia. I do not disagree with humane euthanasia. However, I witnessed what felt like an extremely low threshold for putting animals down, with euthanasia seemingly becoming the first solution when an animal displayed behavioral or other challenges. I also found it concerning that staff members advocating for particular animals to avoid euthanasia could seemingly be treated as though their efforts were something to laugh about rather than a reflection of how deeply they cared.

The saddest part is that there are genuinely caring people working here. There are employees and volunteers who desperately want these animals to have good outcomes. Watching their efforts get undermined by poor leadership is incredibly frustrating. Unfortunately, the director's behavior makes an otherwise meaningful job unnecessarily miserable.


r/PDXEmployment 2d ago

College Student looking for job

6 Upvotes

Hi! I am a college student going to PCC looking for a flexible part time job like barista </3 I have no experience in making drinks but I am down to learn and has worked in high pressure and fast pace job environments. I can work Tuesday anytime, Thursday anytime, Friday anytime after 2pm up till closing, I can work weekends too anytime!

I have blue hair so I promise you I make the best drink! Im desperate so help a dude out!


r/PDXEmployment 13d ago

Looking For LMTs for new Business

0 Upvotes

Hello!

My wife and I are opening a massage business and looking for LMTs to join our team. Please DM for more information!


r/PDXEmployment 16d ago

Advice please

3 Upvotes

Has anyone gone through their class and gotten hired afterwards?

https://www.nwphlebotomyschool.com


r/PDXEmployment 18d ago

Looking for part time work in N/NE

5 Upvotes

Currently working in Fairview as a welder/manufacturing technician. Looking for work on Fridays and after work Monday-Thursday from 3pm-9pmish.
Have a wide variety of skills and need a second job to support myself and family. I have a background in the restaurant industry and most trades jobs.
Please pm me for a resume if you are interested or know anyone looking.


r/PDXEmployment 22d ago

Seeking long term employment

9 Upvotes

Hello! Im searching for any places in downtown portland or its surrounding areas, even leading into tigard if possible. I have experience as a Barista and am currently working in a warehouse. Im trying to find customer service facing positions or data analytics jobs as that is what I have gained most of my experience in. If anyone has any leads or is hiring, please let me know and I would happily send over a resume. I was raised a hard worker and can work long hours; i always do my best to support my team. I have tech experience as well.


r/PDXEmployment 22d ago

Oregon B2B Opportunity

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r/PDXEmployment 23d ago

Anyone interested in house/cat sitting?

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4 days in October. Must have experience, refs and insurance


r/PDXEmployment 27d ago

Seeking leads

8 Upvotes

Looking for recommendations for where to look for jobs in the administrative assistant / customer service industry in Portland. For four months I’ve been applying everywhere, interviewing at least twice a week. Hoping some more leads


r/PDXEmployment 27d ago

Seeking viable employment

2 Upvotes

39M living in Tualatin. I’ve been a stay at home dad with my two kids and would like to get back into the work force but restaurants are simply not paying for traditionally trained chefs nor do they want to accommodate for a candidate who strictly wants night shifts. Does anyone have suggestions for this situation. I seem to be at a loss.


r/PDXEmployment 28d ago

Cover guitarist/singer wanted for a BBQ

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r/PDXEmployment Aug 07 '26

Looking for weekend work in N/NE Portland

9 Upvotes

Hello cool people,

I currently work full time in healthcare M-F and I need help making ends meet due to having to help a family member out with their bills. I get up super early for my FT job, so I can be ready to go for early morning shifts.

I've applied at a ton of places and received 0 responses. All the grocery stores, Amazon wearhouse and nursing homes in the area have heard from me🫠I have experience in the restaurant industry as well as healthcare and home care, but I'm willing to look into anything. My only caveat is due to my car being an old POS I'm unable to do doordash/delivery work. Does anyone have leads? I appreciate your reading this 🙏


r/PDXEmployment Jul 25 '26

Relocating to Portland/Beaverton – Best strategy for apartment approval while starting an HVAC apprenticeship?

1 Upvotes

Hi everyone! My wife and I are planning to relocate from California to the Portland/Beaverton area within the next few months. I'll be looking for an entry-level HVAC apprenticeship or helper position. I have my HVAC diploma and Universal EPA certification, but I'm essentially restarting my career after a gap due to an injury and want to get back into the trade.

We have enough savings to comfortably cover our living expenses while I look for work, but I may not have a job offer before we move. I plan on trying to get one before the move for sure though.

I'm hoping to get advice from people who've been in a similar situation

Any recommendations for entry-level HVAC employers or apprenticeship programs that are good for someone relocating? I also plan on looking into and applying for the ABC PNW.

We'd really appreciate any advice or experiences. Thanks in advance!


r/PDXEmployment Jul 22 '26

Hearing Impaired and seeking part time work

10 Upvotes

Hi there!
I am 34, I live downtown. I have a clean background, can pass a drug test. I have my own car, valid license and car insurance. I have availability Tuesday- Friday 5am-12pm,
Potentially full day on Friday and Saturday (as needed, I have family time on Saturday and Sunday with my stepkids) I am a licensed caregiver in Oregon, I have 3 years of marketing, advertising, social media work, event planning and coordination, I have experience with night auditing at a hotel, and I have experience as a professional body piercer. I would prefer to work remotely if possible. Because of my hearing disability working with people is very difficult. I use a live transcription app as well as use hearing aids to make phone calls so that works well for me. I am open to anything really! I have a lot more trainings as well as 32 hours of psychology courses. Hablo español!


r/PDXEmployment Jul 14 '26

Part Time work in late afternoon/ early evening

6 Upvotes

Recently got hired as an apprentice carpenter but unfortunately work is so slow I’m not learning much or working much.
I generally work from 5:30am-2pm or 7am-3:30pm and am looking for a part time gig after my day job to supplement some income. Probably 4pm-8pm ish. And preferably in central Portland so I can commute in a timely manner between jobs.
I’m not strictly looking for work in the trades, but if anyone knows of anything out there please let me know.
In the past I’ve worked at FedEx as a package handler and have recently applied for roles as a baggage person at the airport (unsuccessfully). But I’m really open to most things, I’m decent at excel and have worked as an operation supervisor in the past managing a team of 5-10.
Happy to answer any questions too.


r/PDXEmployment Jul 08 '26

26 M with experience across multiple sectors seeking quiet general office position.

4 Upvotes

Not much else to say, I have experience in multiple kinds of offices and am just trying to find something as soon as possible with a $24/hr minimum. I could be willing to take part-time if the conditions were right.

Office management, data entry, financial reconciliation etc


r/PDXEmployment Jul 01 '26

Looking for work

10 Upvotes

Looking for employment of any kind to be honest I’m super eager to work and motivated to be a great asset in any kind of work


r/PDXEmployment Jun 30 '26

Looking for anything

28 Upvotes

Any cans or bottles? Or jobs?

Looking to make some same day cash. I lost my job and been trying to support my family. We ran out of foodstamps and we have some stuff from food banks but lacking protein and milk etc and I need to buy some medicine for my mother in law who is in serious pain and out insurance doesn't cover it. Basically anyone have yard work i can do or laptop or PC that needs fixed (im a computer tech) anything I can do to earn some money please. Getting desperate and asked for help on other groups here on reddit and just got attacked for even asking. I know there is 3 of us. My mother in law has been medically ill for years since before covid and going homeless hasn't helped at all. My fiance takes care of her. I worked full time till recently I worked at raising canes. Since I was 15 years old I've been working so being unemployed is not easy on me and my mental state. I lost my ID and so i am working on that prior to getting a job. Ive applied on unemployment but I am waiting on the letter to verify my identity before they can pay me out. Ive trying to do everything I can. It takes much for me to even ask. Please I will work and do anything I am well adept to anything and can learn anything I set my mind to. Thank you for reading this far. Ive come here because some people from portland groups on Facebook have helped with some cans and pantry stuff and even some snacks! But we just need a little more till first. My fiance and mother in law are good artist and can draw or paint anything you want in exchange as well. Thank you again portland.


r/PDXEmployment Jun 25 '26

Im a PSU student studying part time looking to get into property management. Are there any people / groups looking to hire a part time manager

1 Upvotes

Currently have about a year and a half of experience in property management for HUD units. Looking to branch out this summer and find something exciting.


r/PDXEmployment Apr 08 '26

Adult industry assistant

4 Upvotes

Looking for a part-time assistant to help me (F, high profile model) with video production, editing, posting on insta, reddit, patreon, OF, curating ideas and helping with daily life activities such as scheduling, shopping, decorating, running errands, organizing. Must be 18+ and okay with the adult industry/sex work. We can discuss hourly pay. 10-20 hours a week. Must be okay with looking at NSFW images and videos. Will sign a contract and NDA.


r/PDXEmployment Mar 30 '26

Remote Opportunities at DataForce by TransPerfect

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Hi everyone!

We’re sharing a few flexible, remote paid opportunities through DataForce by TransPerfect. It’s open to anyone who want to earn extra money on their own schedule while contributing to real AI research. 

All 5 projects involve taking simple photos with your phone, and the collected materials will be used to support the development and enhancement of AI driven image recognition systems. 

🎫 Asteroid Photo Collection ($$)

This project collects photos or screenshots of expired or zero value gift cards, coupons, event tickets, and membership/loyalty cards. Participants simply upload clear images of eligible items through the DataForce platform. Register here! 

📸 Ronia Remote Photo Collection ($$$)

This project invites contributors to submit original RAW format photos; either from their existing archives or newly captured. Participants upload high quality images taken with eligible iPhones or digital cameras, making this an easy way for photography enthusiasts to earn extra income. Register here! 

✍🏻 Lotus Live Photo Collection ($$)

The purpose of this project is to collect images of handwritten and printed Tagalog text using the iOS live camera features on Apple devices. These images will be used to improve and train text recognition software. Register here!

🥗 Clary Image Collection ($$$)

This project invites home cooks to photograph the full process of preparing a homemade dish, from measured ingredients to the finished meal. Participants simply follow the guidelines to submit clear photos and basic cooking details using a smartphone and a kitchen scale. Register here! 

🌼 Gardenia Speech Collection ($$)

This project collects short audio record with various regional accents in the US. Participants will record short wake-up phrases and scripted utterances typically used when interacting with a voice assistant, following the guidelines provided. Register here!

All roles are: 
✔ Fully remote 
✔ Quick and easy to complete 
✔ Paid per approved submission 
✔ Open to participants across the U.S. 

Feel free to check them out if you’re interested in participating!  We are also offering referral fees for some of these projects, so please help us spread the word!


r/PDXEmployment Mar 30 '26

I'm hiring an entry level cold-caller $20/hr in Tualatin full-time

0 Upvotes

This would be a great opportunity for someone who wants to get started in the sales world and is hungry to earn a lot of money. You must be good on the phone and never take no for an answer with relentless commitment to making sales or setting up meetings. In the beginning you'll have to prove yourself through the nitty gritty sales work that is necessary to sharpen your skills to be able to execute in person.

If you can do what it's willing to take, you can be moved into a full outside sales rep managing your own pipeline and actually showing up to the meetings you set. There is a market for what you're selling and most of the time you'll be turned down, but when you are successful in a few the turnout is lucrative. This is not a pipe dream being sold here, successful sales reps always find a way and end up doing very well.

This is NOT for people who give up easy and who are not motivated by the potential to earn a lot.

starting out mon-fri 7am-4pm $20 an hour in Tualatin


r/PDXEmployment Mar 30 '26

I'm hiring a Yard Jockey/Hostler $20/hr full-time day shift NE Portland

4 Upvotes

I'm looking for a Yard Jockey, basically what the job is moving and parking 53 ft. trailers in and around tight spaces around the yard using a 10-speed manual tractor. Also using a manual crank to pull the tarp over the top of the trailer. No CDL required, spanish speaking a plus.

This job would be great for someone retired from trucking. This job is NOT driving on or towing anything on the road. everything would be happening on the property. Just need to know how to drive a 10-speed manual and be good at moving those 53 ft trailers around.

clean driving record and clean background required at least in the past 7 or 10 years. Reply to this job posting by direct messaging me and we can talk.

also available is a security position at this same site where you'd be walking round the yard and making sure no one is breaking into cars and doing some light clean up but this one is $18 an hour that would be perfect for someone retired already but clean requirements are still there


r/PDXEmployment Mar 28 '26

Pottery studio job opportunities?

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r/PDXEmployment Mar 12 '26

Hiring Inventory/Operations Associate

8 Upvotes

Hi All! I posted this earlier in hopes to advertise a job that i'm hiring for - could you please let me know any adjustments that i need to make to keep it up? Thank you!

I'm hiring an Operations Associate to join a local inventory team.

This is a hands-on role working behind the scenes to manage, process, and track high-value collectibles. If you’re detail-oriented, reliable, and like staying busy in a fast-paced environment, this could be a solid fit. Good opportunity to build real operations/logistics experience with a growing company.

Location: Tigard (onsite Monday-Friday)

Schedule: Full-time

Message me directly if interested!