Night Operations Supervisor (Maintenance Supervisor I (Non-exempt))

The Position

Pay: There is a pay differential of $1.16/hour as this position works nights

Job Appointment: Regular, Full-time

Typical Schedule: 4 10-hour shifts, Sunday through Wednesday, 7:00 pm to 5:30 am

Work Location: In person at PBOT Maintenance Operations, 2929 N Kerby Ave, Portland, OR 97227

Benefit: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position

Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees (Include this for classifications identified as eligible or if bureau requests languages)

Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental and attach a resume. Note: Do not include your age, date of birth, or the dates you attended or graduated from school. Only provide this information if it is specifically requested to meet job requirements or to follow federal, state, or local laws or rules.

About This Position

The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is hiring for a Night Operations Supervisor for the Street Cleaning Section within the Operations Division. This position will oversee field crews performing a range of maintenance projects and tasks as part of Maintenance Operations. General tasks include street sweeping, bridges and overpass cleaning, anti-icing in winter months, hazard/safety mitigation as needed.

The incumbent is considered an essential employee and is a member of the bureau's 24-hour response team that may require after-hour, evening, weekend, and holiday emergency response.

As a Maintenance Supervisor I, You Will

• Supervise and evaluate crewsand the work they are involved in. The supervisor is directly responsible for ensuring the safety of their staff and the public
• Meet program targets, complying with city standards, and guarantee overall quality control
• Track labor, materials, equipment, and other resources to manage costs and be efficient
• Communicate with stakeholders when work is going to be done in their area
• Coordinate with other maintenance operations work groups, other bureaus, utilities, and other entities who perform work in the right-of-way
• Lead emergency response crews during inclement weather events and disasters
• Lead projects, programs, and city-wide initiatives
• Keep up with industry trends and advancements
• Attend meetings, as needed, for different groups to plan and discuss projects, equipment, processes, and practices
• Assist other bureaus when our group is the subject matter expert for a given need
• Visit crews in the field to supervise and perform safety and work quality assessments
• Adjust and shift schedules for crew members and equipment to accommodate current and future needs
• Complete administrative tasks for staff payroll, performance management, training, and development
• Interact with staff daily to keep them engaged and informed, providing coaching and guidance as needed.
  
  

Who You Are

• Experienced Supervisor: An experienced leader with a commitment to your position as well as your team/employees. Being an ethical, fair, and supportive leader is important to you, along with embracing the City of Portland's Core Values of anti-racism, communication, collaboration, equity, transparency, and fiscal responsibility
• Excellent Communicator: You are a strong communicator to both technical and non-technical individuals, and proficient verbally and in writing
• Organized: Able to work on a multitude of tasks and understand/respond to various situations in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
• Relationship Builder: An outgoing professional who values building trust, partnerships, and relationships to support an inclusive culture and accomplish objectives more effectively
• Results Driven: This position is high-paced, dynamic, and requires a candidate who can take charge, bring focus, and finish tasks in a timely, accurate, and professional manner
• Dedicated: Have a passion for public service and hold a high level of pride in making sure that projects, tasks, and emergencies are effectively and efficiently completed
  
  

About The Bureau

The Portland Bureau of Transportation is a community partner in shaping a livable city. We plan, build, manage, and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses with access and mobility. We keep Portland moving. For more information about the Portland Bureau of Transportation, please visit Transportation | Portland.gov .

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Contact Information

Amanda Hillebrecht

Senior Recruiter

amanda.hillebrecht@portlandoregon.gov

To Qualify

The following minimum qualifications are required for this position :

• Ability to lead teams in maintenance, repair, and/or operation of municipal public work utilities or a similar field.
• Knowledge of safe, efficient, and effective equipment use in the street cleaning operations for a municipal public works utility or related field.
• Experience in supervisory techniques, including fostering a performance- and service-oriented work environment, coaching employees for development and improvement, and recommending disciplinary action when appropriate.
• Experience in strong business communications, including the ability to prepare clear and concise written materials, such as records, reports, and correspondence.
• Experience planning, organizing, and allocating both short- and long-term work for maintenance crews or similar teams.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders such as homeowners, contractors, outside agencies, volunteer groups, and internal working partners.
  
  

Applicant Must Also Possess

• A valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record at the time of hire
• Passing a pre-employment drug test at the time of hire
  
  

An Ideal Candidate for the individual positions will have the following skillsets:

Night Operations Supervisor

• Assess, plan, and organize street cleaning and vegetation management programs, including street sweeping, water truck flushing, debris hauling/disposal, and anti-icing application (winter weather activity)
• A strong background in cleaning public streets, vegetation management equipment, and the use of GPS tracking and GIS mapping systems is desired.
  
  

The Recruitment Process

STEP 1: Apply online between June 8, 2026, and June 22, 2026

Required Application Materials

• Résumé
• Note: Do not include your age, date of birth, or the dates you attended or graduated from school. Only provide this information if it is specifically requested to meet job requirements or to follow federal, state, or local laws or rules.
• Answers to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
  

Optional Application Materials

• Veteran’s Preference documents (e.g., DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter) must be submitted by the closing date
• Effective January 1, 2026, the State of Oregon law ORS 408.225 - 408.238 is amended to expand eligibility for Veterans’ Preference to current and former Oregon National Guard service members. If applicants are existing state or former Oregon National Guard service members, they are encouraged to attach appropriate documentation to their future recruitment applications.
• Update: As of March 3, 2025, if you have already submitted veteran documents and qualified for preference, you do not need to resubmit them for future recruitments.
• To update or remove veteran preference for this recruitment or from your profile, contact the recruiter listed in the job announcement.
  

Application Tips

• Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training, and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflect your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
• Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.
• How We Determine Pay: The City of Portland is covered by the Oregon Equal Pay Act . Your salary is determined based on the experience listed in your resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position for which you are applying. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid, regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all your relevant experience.
• Do not attach any additional documents.
• Please note that all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than the closing date and time of this recruitment.
• You may use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please be sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting. We encourage using AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills.
• All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process.
• E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
  
  

Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of June 22, 2026

• An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, is weighted 100%.
• Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
• You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation results. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.
• Additional evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
  
  

Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of June 29, 2026

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
  
  

Step 4: Selection (Interview): July 2026

• The hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.
  
  

Step 5: Offer of Employment: July 2026

Step 6: Start Date: August 2026

• A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
• Timeline is approximate and subject to change.
  
  

Additional Information

Click here for additional information regarding the following:

• City of Portland Core Values
• Recruitment Process - Work Status
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Veteran Preference
• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
  
  

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