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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Facilities Management
Portland, OR

Maintenance Worker Jobs in Portland

Temp and flexible maintenance worker positions in Portland pay $18.88-$30.68/hr — 18% above the national average, with a cost of living 18% above the U.S. baseline.

$19-$31

Per Hour

$991

Weekly (40hrs)

118

Cost Index

PST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Portland

Hospitality
Technology
Healthcare
Manufacturing

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1750
Groceries$370
Transport$100
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About Maintenance Worker Jobs in Portland

Maintenance Workers in Portland earn $18.88-$30.68/hr, above the national average.

Maintenance Workers perform general repairs and upkeep in buildings, including plumbing fixes, electrical work, painting, and equipment maintenance.

Most maintenance worker positions in Portland are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Maintenance Worker Pay: Portland vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Portland, OR$19–$31/hr118$1,750
Las Vegas, NV$16–$25/hr98$1,350
Reno, NV$16–$26/hr101$1,400
San Francisco, CA$29–$47/hr180$3,200
San Jose, CA$27–$43/hr166$2,800
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Maintenance Worker in Portland

2.3x
Tight Budget
71
Hours to pay rent
44%
Rent / gross income
873
Monthly disposable
13% more affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Portland

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$4,292
Est. taxes (~22%)-$944
Take-home$3,348
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,750
Groceries + transport$470
Remaining$1,128

Based on avg Maintenance Worker rate of $24.78/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform general building repairs
  • Fix plumbing issues (leaks, clogs)
  • Handle minor electrical repairs
  • Paint and patch walls
  • Maintain HVAC systems

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Mechanical aptitude
Problem solving
Physical fitness
Time management
Safety awareness
Requirements
  • Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC
  • Own hand tools (often)
  • Physical ability for varied tasks
  • Reliability and problem-solving skills

Earnings Calculator for Portland

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$25/hr
$18.88/hr$30.68/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$625
Monthly
$2,706
Yearly
$32,500
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Career Path from Maintenance Worker

Maintenance Worker

0-2 years

Maintenance Technician

2-4 years

Chief Engineer

4-6 years

Facilities Director

6+ years

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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