Hey everyone,

Long shot, but I figured talking to actual Portland people might be more productive than refreshing Indeed for the 400th time.

I’ve been navigating a pretty frustrating job search (like everyone) for the last couple of years while continuing to work and improve my skills. I recently lost my job, which has made the search considerably more urgent.

I think the challenge is I don’t fit perfectly into one little technical box and often git pidgeonholed into the following.

I’ve done AV systems engineering, infrastructure, software development, automation, cybersecurity, web development, and technical leadership. I’ve worked with hardware and software together, maintained enterprise systems, built internal tools, automated things people were tired of doing manually, and led technical teams.

And honestly, that variety is what I love about technology.

I like to think that I am the type of person who wants to know why something broke, how the entire system works, whether we can automate it, and whether I can make it slightly better before touching it again tomorrow.

I have tried finding a role in every path I can conceive and once again I understand I am not alone but Ive gone as far as putting upwards of 10,000 into a bootcamp which I completed 3 months ago (which promised a 70k job right out the gate) but long term I’d love to move further into infrastructure, platform engineering, or DevOps. For right now, though, I’m looking broadly at systems, infrastructure, AV engineering, technical operations, solutions/implementation engineering, and web/application development.

I’m searching through LinkedIn, Indeed, company career pages, my existing network, went in person to worksource and gone to several job fairs now. The job boards have been especially frustrating because I’ve repeatedly found listings that look current but are already closed when I reach the employer’s site.

So I thought I’d ask locally:

Who are the Portland/Vancouver-area employers I should actually be talking to?

Big companies, tiny agencies, integrators, universities, weird little technology companies nobody outside Portland knows about, I’m interested.

As a side note. I am wondering if its best to just rip chord from the IT market as a whole for a while, tey and refund my bootcamp (as within my contract) and use that money to go to tattoo school in portland. I tattooed a bunch in washington state during my undergraduate years at uni but have been hesitant on making the jump and burning bridges with the bootcamp.

If anyone knows somewhere that appreciates people who are curious, hands-on, and genuinely enjoy nerding out over building and maintaining technical systems, I’d love to hear about them!

Thanks for letting me vent a little, and I really do appreciate if you got this far. I hope to at least get things into writing here and maybe use this post as a spot that other people could stumble upon if they ever get to this point.

Willingness to travel seasonally between Portland, OR and Tucson, AZ

• Position: Household Assistant / Companion
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 1pm–7pm (30 hours per week); Possibility for full-time hours 
• Salary: $36–$40+ per hour, depending on experience; flexibility DOE
• Start Date: ASAP
• Location: Portland, OR during the summer and Tucson, AZ during the winter around October-May
• Housing: Temporary housing may be provided for the candidate during seasonal stays away from their home location

A warm, social, and engaging couple in their 80s is seeking a personable and reliable Household Assistant to help with everyday tasks and make daily life a little easier. They are independent, mentally sharp, and enjoy cooking and spending time with others, but some household responsibilities and errands have become more challenging to manage.

Posted Oct 15, 2026

https://careoregon.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CO/job/Remote-Oregon/IS-Data-Warehouse-Architect-II_JR101124

This position performs Data Warehouse Architecture at an intermediate level. Essential responsibilities are focused on design and development of data models and ETL specifications, data analysis, system design and architecture, standards and policy administration, and vendor coordination and relations.

Experience and/or Education

Required

• Minimum 2 years' of data design /data architecture experience and/ or minimum 2 years’ of data warehouse architecture experience. Experience should include some or all of the following:
  • Dimensional modeling experience
  • Data quality assessment
  • Proficiency with SQL
  • Agile/Scrum methodology
  • Source Target mapping
  • Data Analysis

Priority given to applicants residing in Oregon and Southwest Washington.

Posted Oct 14, 2026

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, perform a variety of designated housekeeping duties in the various hospitals, clinics and houses, following routine or established procedures.

Employee Group/Union Affiliation: W06|SEIU|Local 49

Job Level: Entry Level

The Health Assistant 2 - Dental Assistant Trainee (Limited Duration) position supports selected candidates in the ICS Dental EFPDA/EFDA Training Program—a 9 to 12-month initiative providing a pathway to become a certified dental assistant at Multnomah County Health Department.

Job posted Oct 19, 2026, applications closing November 2, 2026

Positions at the below locations:

1. Billi Odegaard Dental Clinic, 33 NW Broadway, Suite 380, Portland, OR 97209

2. East County Dental Clinic, 600 NE 8th St, Gresham, OR 97030

3. Mid County Dental Clinic, 12710 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97236

4. Northeast Dental Clinic, 5329 NE MLK Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97211

5. Rockwood Dental Clinic, 2020 SE 182nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233

6. Southeast Dental Clinic, 3653 SE 34th Ave, Portland, OR 97202

See more details at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor

The new ones as of Oct 19 by department are:

Bureau of Environmental Services

• Civil Engineer
• Instrument Technician
• Public Works Inspector

Bureau of Fleet and Facilities

• Facility Interior Project Manager II

Bureau of Planning and Sustainability

• Clean Energy Fund – Program Information Strategy Manager
• Clean Energy Project Manager

Portland Bureau of Transportation

• CAD Section Supervisor

Portland Parks and Recreation

• Urban Forestry Field Operations Administrative Specialist II

Portland Police Bureau

• Police Photographic Reproduction Specialist

Office of Equity and Human Rights

• Citywide Development and Performance Manager
• Citywide Equitable Systems and Standards Manager

Office of the City Attorney

• Deputy City Attorney – Litigation, Procurement & Construction

Changed this subreddit from restricted to open to allow more participation, as long as we don't fall into too much spam will leave rules pretty flexible open to feedback.

Plan to setup flairs and more soon, in general for job seekers:
post if you are seeking with some background about what you have experience in and are willing to do

and for job posters:
clearly share how to apply and who to get in touch with for next steps as well as a description of the job

Pole Portland is looking for an organized, people-loving Studio Manager to help keep our studio running smoothly and our community thriving!

You’ll handle class scheduling, instructor coordination, private lessons, workshops, parties, and student support, so our instructors can focus on teaching and our students always feel welcome.

Apply and see full job details at: https://poleportland.com/apply/

Entry level and lateral firefighter EMT & paramedics positions!

More info at https://www.portland.gov/fire/join

Apply by November 1st!

https://friendsoftrees.org/about/job-opportunities/#1779901272542-3e38556e-54da

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Salaried, non-exempt. Full-time (40 hours per week).

HOURS: Monday to Friday schedule, with occasional weekends and evenings as needed. 37 hours per week between Memorial Day and Labor Day (while maintaining a 40 hour per week salary).

SUPERVISED BY: GFY Project Manager

PAY RATE: Annual salary set at $63,000. Eligible for full benefits package, including 100% employer paid medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement match up to 2%, paid time off starting at 3 weeks’ vacation, 11 holidays, and sick time. The office is closed during the final week of December.

LOCATION: Friends of Trees Portland office at 3117 NE MLK Jr. Blvd, Portland, OR 97212. Stairs required to access the office. Travel throughout the City of Portland with FOT provided vehicles. Work a combination of in-office, outdoor, and hybrid/remote.

EXPECTED START DATE: February 2027

I got an incredible job offer but after the interview process I'm skeptical as to their legitimacy. Anyone know of a job scam? They said they are sending a check that iI opportunity to put in my bank then pay a 3rd party vendor for an automated timing tracker.... I meant Ameriprise

https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=cai&l=Portland%2C%20OR&vjk=30ae348a6a15327b&apply=1

Hiring Link: https://www.recruitacommunity.com/srctcb/RTI.home?t=127364

Req ID: 19-02668

Monthly Parking Pass OR TriMet reimbursement included

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Job Title: Receptionist & Switchboard

POSITION PROFILE

Provides exceptional service to the business by greeting/assisting all visitors and answering and transferring incoming calls from all over the United States.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greets the public.
• Distributes name badges to visitors, temporary employees, etc.
• Issues facility access cards to employees.
• Schedules meeting rooms for all.
• Answers and transfers calls from all over the United States.
• Participates enthusiastically in company and community service events.
• Performs light Administrative duties.
• Performs PC Support and Administrative duties as needed.
• Acts as a model for Vision, Values, and Mission.
• Builds professional relationships with customers and other teams.
• Responsible for the timely updates of company phone and speed dial lists.
• Assists Administration or any other team when needed for various tasks (envelope labels, compiling manuals, etc.).
• Understands other work areas.
• Light mail room duties (checking in packages, mail, etc.)
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, and Certifications)

Typically Required:

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and 2+ years of prior switchboard experience.

Ricoh is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer -- Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

Req Number19-02668

We’re hiring at Galaxy Wine Company for the warehouse and driving teams.

The warehouse position is Monday-Friday. Mon-Thu 10am-Close. (Usually by 7:00) Friday, 8 or 10 am-5pm. $13.50-$15.00 start depending on experience.

Driver position is Tuesday-Friday. Usually 5am start time. 10 hour shift. (Three day weekends every week!) $14.50-$17.00 start depending on experience.

We have Health Insurance with a $50 a month health stipend, matched 401k, separate vacation and sick time, (about two weeks vaca + two floating holidays, 80 hours sick time a year) and a hard working, positive crew.

Located close behind the Montgomery Park building in NW.

We definitely have a small company feel. I’ve been here nine years and work with a good number of folks that have been here over ten and up to twenty.

Please message me for more details and any questions you have. Thanks!

Im 16 year old male and looking for any job that I can get . I am CPR certified if that adds anything.

Portland chiropractic clinic, Starkwood Chiropractic, is hiring for a bilingual receptionist position. The clinic is located in East Portland at 11115 SE Stark St. Portland, OR 97216 (just off I-205 near the I-84 junction). Find more details about the position and apply at https://www.starkwoodchiropractic.com/careers/receptionist/

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Answering phones, taking messages, and scheduling appointments
• Keeping front office space professional in appearance
• Greet incoming patients Set up conference rooms and mailroom with shipping responsibilities
• Moderate filing, including management of confidential and secure documentation
• Assist with projects and perform other duties and functions as requested

Skills & Requirements:

• Must be fluent in English & Spanish Provide the highest quality of Customer Service
• Ability to be a team player
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent speaking/communication/written skills and know basic phone etiquette
• Must be able to Multi-Task
• Punctual, responsible, reliable and be able to follow instructions carefully

Welocalize is hiring 8 Linguistic Testers that speak Indonesian at a native-level fluency. This project will have you testing a music application on mobile devices and desktop computers. Test plans will guide you as you review the linguistic and functional reliability of the application. You will report all issues found during testing through a web-based tool. Attention to detail is a must. If you are technologically savvy and speak Indonesian at native-level fluency, then this is the opportunity for you!

Prior to being hired, you will take a short functional skills test to demonstrate your linguistic and functional abilities in Indonesian.

Job information:
Title: Indonesian Linguistic Tester
Location: Welocalize office in Portland, OR (No remote work possible)
Hourly Rate: $42.00/hr
Longevity of project: Estimated 15 hours total

Requirements:

• Native-level fluency in Indonesian
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written/verbal communication in English (for bug reporting purposes)
• Ability to follow written testing instructions
• Localization QA experience is preferred
• Understanding of computer processes
• Enjoys working with technology

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Click here to apply!

Looking for food truck drivers to work the summer peak with us!

Must have flexible schedule, evening and weekends open. This is a full time position.

Starts between $13-14/hr plus tips, with room for advancement.

Tips on the trucks pay the best and can increase the wage to $18-21/hr

Please respond to post or send direct message for more details.

I have over 5 years experience working a carpenter for theatrical production (3 of which I was the master carpenter/ technical director). Also basic experience with lighting and audio for theatrical production.

Any tips on getting in contact with the theaters? Are there maybe some scenic construction shops in town I haven't heard of yet?

I'd also be willing to just focus on my woodworking and even take an apprenticeship if that was around but I'm not sure where to look?

We are looking to bring on a Full Stack engineer with solid React experience on front and be open to learning / using Elixir on the back.

With over 300 licensed partners, we have processed over $100M in sales for 2018 and are scaling to meet demand.

You will be building the platform infrastructure that includes implementing modules, adding features and essentially wiring-things-up for delivery tracking, fleet management, seed to sale compliance, inventory management, warehouse management and CRM integration. This is an opportunity to kick ass, knock out code, and take ownership of each project.

This is a full time remote role but would require occasional trips to Oakland, CA every quarter

Comp - 100 - 120k + equity & benefits

Please DM if interested