At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are an excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community. We believe in servant leadership, investing in our team members, and rewarding performance. We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Quality, Teamwork, Productivity, and Excellence—which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better. Summary: As the Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for performing maintenance, repair and upkeep of all buildings, tools and equipment. You will provide preventative maintenance including a safe and sanitary environment to the plant and surrounding grounds. Key Responsibilities: • Be on call, as needed. • Assess maintenance and repair problems with follow-up. • Perform minor plumbing and electrical work and repair equipment when breakdowns occur to maintain production. • Learn set-up, operation, adjustments and operating parameters of production equipment. • Develop open communication with machine operators, department supervisors and managers. • Bring production equipment to a good operating standard and improve work order system and develop a return to service, i.e. production certification. • Repair equipment when breakdowns occur to maintain production. • Paint any necessary areas, as needed. • Work on new installation projects. • Perform walk-throughs as assigned to spot possible problems. • Remedy any unsafe conditions ASAP. • Safety must be first priority and repair aesthetic defects i.e. seals, hinges, hangers, etc. when production maintenance and breakdowns allow. • Perform other duties, as assigned. What You Bring to Pacific Seafood: Required: • High school diploma or GED • Minimum two years related experience and/or training. Preferred: • Prior forklift operation experience • Forklift certification Pay Range: $20.00 - $30.62 hourly based on experience Total Compensation: At Pacific Seafood, your base wage is only a portion of your overall compensation package. We invest in our Team Members through a comprehensive and attractive total rewards package, including but not limited to: • Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short-term disability • Flexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses • 401(k) retirement plan options with generous annual company profit sharing match • Paid time-off for all regular FT team members to include sick and vacation days • Employee assistance program providing confidential professional counseling, financial and legal assistance at no charge to team members and immediate family members • Product purchase program Pacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>We are looking for an experienced Automotive Technician to join our growing family-owned auto repair shop in Astoria, OR. Youngs River Auto Repair is a husband-and-wife-owned and operated business that’s just 5 months old and already growing fast. We’ve built a foundation on honesty, transparency, approachability, and skilled work – and now, we’re ready to welcome our first employee: an experienced Automotive Technician who can work independently, values quality, and takes pride in their craft. We’re not a high-pressure or flat-rate shop. We don’t upsell, cut corners, or push for volume. Our focus is on doing the job right and taking great care of our customers – and the people who work here. If you're looking for a shop where your work speaks for itself, where quality matters more than quotas, and where your voice will help shape the future of the business, we'd love to meet you. What We’re Looking For: Technical Skills: • Master-level / “A-Tech” experience & skills • 10+ years of professional tech experience (more = better!) • Confident diagnosing and repairing most vehicle systems independently Soft Skills: • Approachable, open-minded, and collaborative; we are a small team and need someone who fits with us and the culture we're fostering • Commitment to delivering the highest quality of work rather than the highest volume of work • Willingness to take personal accountability when something goes wrong (so we can collectively make it right) • Flexible, solution-oriented mindset – we all bring different strengths and perspectives, and our shop will benefit if we can openly brainstorm ideas, dialogue around creative solutions, and tackle problems head-on • A humans-first attitude – we care about taking care of the people behind the vehicles that we're working on for them Bonus Points (Preferred, not required): • Furthered education through vocational schooling, college, factory training, and/or other in-person training events • ASE certifications (or willingness to earn/renew them) • Diesel experience • Other specialized training and/or experience Compensation & Work-Life Balance: • Hourly Pay: $30-$50 DOE – true hourly, no flat-rate • Flexible Work Schedule: Full-time, part-time, or consistent self-set hours for the right candidate • No Weekends or Holidays Required: but we’re also open to discussing if that’s something that you’d be excited about • PTO: Start accruing at 90 days; earn up to 2 weeks by the end of your first year working with us • Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day Perks & Benefits: • Education Support: Paid ASE certs/renewals and continuing ed opportunities • Uniforms & Boots: We currently work in a casual environment with shop-branded t-shirts & hoodies, which would be provided to you. Stipend for uniforms available if preferred, plus a separate stipend for work boots. • Tools: $75/month stipend or accrue up to $900 over your first year. • Healthcare & Retirement: We’re actively researching quality, affordable options to offer medical/dental/vision and 401(k) with employer contributions; more details will be provided prior to or at time of job offer. Why Work With Us? • Laid-back, supportive space with ZERO upsell or productivity pressure • Respectful, inclusive, down-to-earth work culture • Family- and employee-first mindset – you matter here • Your voice will help shape how we grow About Us: We’re committed to building something we can be proud of. We genuinely care about making a difference, and we work incredibly hard to do right by the folks who trust us to take care of their vehicles. Interested? Reach out and tell us about yourself and why you feel this would be a good fit for you. E-mail your resume to info@youngsriverauto.com or apply directly here. Learn more about us - visit our website at www.youngsriverauto.com, and check out our Facebook/Instagram - @youngsriverauto --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $30.00 - $50.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • Employee discount • Health insurance • Paid training • Professional development assistance • Tuition reimbursement Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday • No nights • No weekends Application Question(s): • Please tell us why you believe you will be a good fit for this position and for our business. Experience: • Automotive repair: 10 years (Required) License/Certification: • Driver's License (Required) Ability to Commute: • Astoria, OR 97103 (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Service Technician Trainee - Astoria Union Position Field Services-Peri/Valley; Astoria, Oregon (US-OR) Regular FT Posting # 5276 About Us: At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry. In addition to environmental stewardship, we’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility. The Role: Our Service Technicians ensure that our customers are provided with the fuel to provide them a warm, comfortable, and safe environment, especially on a cold winter night. Technicians are responsible for more than just setting meters and troubleshooting gas appliances - they are problem solvers, customer service professionals, and primary first responders to emergency situations. Do you enjoy working with your hands? Do you thrive on using your technical ability to solve challenging issues? Do you get satisfaction from making a customer’s day? Are you the sort of person everyone calls when something breaks or a piece of equipment isn’t working properly and needs repair? If so, please consider applying for our team! NW Natural offers all new service technician trainees an intensive 24 month training program after hire; as a trainee, you are responsible for bringing the enthusiasm and drive to learn. Our technician family of jobs also offers opportunities within the company to progress in the ranks, so qualified trainees are always in demand! Join us in our mission to meet our customers’ needs and exceed their expectations! Day to Day: • Develops and maintains a thorough understanding of Customer Field Services Policy and Procedures and all applicable codes. • Activates, inspects and diagnoses customer-owned appliances and equipment, as well as installing and maintaining NW Natural owned meter sets. • Adjusts air/gas inputs necessary to provide safe and efficient combustion. • Installs, activates, changes, adjusts, maintains, and removes gas metering and regulating equipment, including those with delivery pressures up to 2.0 psig delivery pressure. • Responds to gas leakage and emergency situations. • Position requires shift work including weekends and holidays. • Performs non-technical work including meter turn-offs, rereads, and ERT investigations, replacements, and installations. • Trains, assists, and provides feedback to less-experienced workers at the direction of supervisor, which may include providing feedback to supervisor on progress of training. • Wears required Company-issued protective equipment and safety gear. • Operates Company vehicles in compliance with state/local laws and Company policies and procedures. • Acquires and maintains OQ qualifications. • Acts and communicates in a professional, respectful, and cooperative manner in connection with all activities associated with NW Natural. • Follows supervisory instructions and is flexible and adaptable to changing conditions and expectations. • Maintains punctual, regular, and reliable attendance. • Demonstrates the Company’s core values and complies with all Company policies and procedures. Come on your first day with: • Demonstrated knowledge, skills and ability in any of the following: mechanical, electrical or construction. • Ability to use associated tools, and the skills/knowledge to apply gauges, piping, pressures, and mechanical concepts. • Manual dexterity adequate to effectively use basic hand tools including, but not limited to, wrenches, screwdrivers, etc. • Ability to diagnose problems and follow through with solutions. • Ability to detect natural gas and diesel vapors/fumes. • Basic math and reading skills. • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. • Ability to establish priorities, balance multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities. • Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer. • Ability to interface with employees and customers to answer questions or resolve issues with tact and diplomacy. • Ability to concentrate on tasks, apply procedures in sequence, make decisions with limited information, and work in a structured team environment. • Ability to perform physically demanding work involving walking, standing, bending, twisting, wrist turning, grasping, lifting, squatting, kneeling, or reaching for 8+ hours. • Ability to work in adverse weather or terrain conditions. • Ability to safely operate Company vehicles/equipment and perform inspections and minor maintenance as necessary and in compliance with Company policies and state/local laws. • Valid OR/WA driver’s license, any required certifications and/or endorsements, and satisfactory driving record. Must obtain a valid Oregon/Washington driver's license within 90 days if current valid license is from another state. • Ability to safely use ladders and climb to heights of at least 50 feet. • Must be able to lift a maximum of 60 lbs. • Exposure to confined spaces as defined by the Company’s Confined Spaces Program. • Subject to random drug testing. • Qualified bidders must be able to respond to their assigned Resource Center within 40 minutes. Training and Wage: Service Tech December 2024 Wages Time in Training Program Hourly Rate at Hire - In Training 1 39.27 0 months In Training 2 41.72 6 months In Training 3 44.18 12 months Entry 47.12 24 months Experienced 49.09 36 months Qualification Period: 24 months What we offer: Health & Wellness - • Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution • Free access to an online wellness resources platform Work Life Balance - • Start with 16 PTO Days (Amount varies based on accrued work hours) • 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays • 3 weeks paid parental leave • Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups • Numerous volunteer and community engagement opportunities Financial - • Competitive 401K company contribution and match • 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program • Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement • Wellness incentive program Discounts - • 20% off natural gas service • Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center • TriMet Pass for all HQ employees • Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless Hourly Rate: $39.27 Application Process: To be considered for this position, submit a complete electronic application including cover letter and resume via our website. https://www.nwnatural.com/about-us/the-company/careers Deadline: 5/20/25 Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at employment@nwnatural.com or (971) 979-6341. NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means. Apply now »
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Astoria, OR, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 894,600 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with wages ranging from $267 to $1,434 per week in Astoria, OR. The job growth projection for mechanical trades is an impressive 11% from 2023 to 2033, indicating robust career opportunities. Trade schools, unions, and specialized platforms facilitate apprenticeships, leading to a lucrative career with potential annual earnings exceeding $70,000 for experienced professionals.
