Plumber - Marine Maintenance

About the role

As a Marine Plumber at the Port of Portland, you'll help keep critical infrastructure operating at Oregon's only container terminal and across the Port's diverse international marine facilities. This role involves working on fire protection, potable water systems, stormwater, boilers, air systems, and utility piping in an active maritime environment. You'll be part of a highly skilled maintenance team supporting international commerce, visiting vessels, and cargo movement throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Schedule

Generally, the working schedule is Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., with occasional overtime and weekends required. During the summer season, hours change to Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair fire protection piping systems, including sprinkler lines under docks and within warehouses.
• Provide fresh water service to vessels as requested.
• Maintain, repair, and install sanitary sewer systems, fixtures, and restroom facilities.
• Maintain and repair stormwater conveyance systems, including catch basins, piping, and drainage structures.
• Maintain, repair, and certify boilers, heating systems, and related equipment.
• Maintain natural gas distribution systems and heating units.
• Maintain and repair roof drain systems throughout warehouse facilities.
• Install and replace fire extinguishers in compliance with applicable standards.
• Maintain and repair fuel, oil, air, and grease distribution systems.
• Determine appropriate sizing, layout, and materials for piping installations and repairs.
• Perform plumbing work in new construction and modifications of restrooms, showers, drinking fountains, and similar facilities.
• Install, maintain, and repair potable water mains, service lines, and appurtenances.
• Maintain, repair, install, and inspect backflow prevention devices.
• Use safety data sheets and follow all required safety procedures for chemicals, tools, and materials.

Requirements

• Minimum two (2) years' experience performing journey-level plumbing work in an industrial, commercial, or marine environment.
• Journeyman level plumbing certification is required.
• Current Blackflow Assembly Tester Certification is required.
• Valid state driver's license is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) from the Federal government (licensing fees reimbursed by the Port of Portland).

Skills

• Commitment to valuing differences among individuals and promoting inclusivity.
• Strong focus on safety, including compliance with safety and health policies and procedures.
• Team-oriented with utmost respect for others.
• Knowledge of plumbing codes, standards, regulations, and blueprint reading.
• Experience with fire protection, boilers, backflow prevention, potable water, and piping systems.
• Ability to diagnose, repair, install, and maintain water, wastewater, stormwater, and fuel distribution systems.
• Knowledge of safe work practices, including confined spaces, hazardous materials, and marine environments.
• Skilled in using plumbing tools, materials, equipment, and trade-specific machinery (e.g., manlifts and forklifts).
• Effective communication and ability to coordinate work with tenants, Port staff, and other trades.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a multi-craft team.

About Us

At the Port of Portland, we use our three airports, three working marine terminals, six business parks, and all available resources to move with purpose, connecting people with powerful opportunities and creating value for our region. Every person we hire, business we work with, and decision we make is an opportunity to improve lives and drive meaningful change in our community.