Laborer​/Student Worker

Initial Posting Date: 09/28/2026 Final date to receive applications: 10/08/2026 Agency:
Oregon Health Authority Salary Range: $3,515 - $4,124 Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:

Laborer/Student Worker

Provides support for the issuing, inventorying, moving and delivery of all Equipment, Laundry, Furniture, Goods and supplies. This position will assist in all other assigned areas within the Material Distribution Warehouse.

Schedule:

Monday 5:30am-2pm Tuesday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1 year of warehouse experience including issuing, inventorying, moving, and delivery of all equipment and supplies.

Desired Attributes:

• Experience utilizing electric carts, trailers, pallets, and tubs for the delivery of supplies.
• Experience assisting in the moving of all supplies, equipment, and furniture.
• Experience in assisting all positions in the MD Warehouse.
• Experience utilizing a Vehicle, Forklift, and all material handling equipment for the delivery and pick up, load and unloading of all equipment, furniture and supplies.
• Experience performing daily cleaning, safety checks and maintenance checks on all vehicles and equipment.

Special Requirements Must be 18 years or older with a valid Oregon driver’s license.

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

This announcement is for a full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Laborer position (Classification: Laborer/Student Worker) based in Salem, Oregon. This is an in-office position. “Review Section 4:
Working Conditions” in the position description (linked above) for more information. Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment. The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to verify work authorization.

If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position. We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources – including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools – are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on protected class – including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation – and does not screen applicants…