Building Tech II

Columbia Sportswear
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, Oregon, Portland
Jan 07, 2026
OUTGROWN YOUR OWN BACKYARD? COME PLAY IN OURS. At Columbia, we're as passionate about the outdoors as you are. And while our gear is available worldwide, we're proud to be based in the Pacific Northwest, where natural wonders are our playground. Every product we make and every task we undertake is inspired by the famous words of our founder, Gert Boyle: "It's perfect. Now make it better." As pioneers of relentless improvement, we are constantly evolving. We believe the outdoors is ours to protect and strive to keep our planet healthy. We believe in empowering people to experience the outdoors to the fullest. And we believe in you. ABOUT THE POSITION Our Rivergate Distribution Center keeps Columbia's global supply chain moving-and our Building Techs are at the heart of that mission. As a Building Tech II, you'll provide hands-on maintenance support across a large, fast-paced facility, ensuring the physical environment is safe, functional, and ready for the unexpected each day. You'll join a team of Building Techs across first and second shift, sharing work based on skills and workload. No two days look the same. You'll move throughout the building addressing repairs, tackling work orders, and partnering with a laid-back but hard-working crew that values teamwork, independence, and getting things done. HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE Perform general facility maintenance including plumbing, construction, drywall, painting, and basic electrical. Complete preventive maintenance (PMs) and work orders using the CMMS system. Troubleshoot and resolve issues throughout the building. Support event setup and facility requests. Work independently and proactively review assigned tasks. Contribute to a culture of communication, teamwork, and continuous improvement. YOU ARE A hands-on problem solver who thrives on variety. A self-directed worker who prioritizes tasks independently. Easy-going, team-minded, and dependable. Comfortable using tools and learning new systems. Adaptable in a dynamic environment. YOU HAVE Experience in plumbing, construction, and basic electrical work (apartment maintenance experience is highly transferable). Strong proficiency with power tools. Basic computer skills and willingness to work in the CMMS. Ability to lift and adjust materials/equipment as needed. A self-starter approach with pride in maintaining a safe, functional work environment. WORK ENVIRONMENT Distribution center environment. Combination of physical work and computer tasks. First-shift schedule (Mon-Fri, 5:50am - 2:20pm) This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company. Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter. At Columbia Sportswear Company, we're proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your family's financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available. If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.