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How much do part time material handler jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time material handler in Portland, OR is $19.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a part time material handler?

Part time material handlers are workers responsible for moving, organizing, and managing materials within warehouses, distribution centers, or manufacturing facilities, but on a part-time schedule. Their duties typically include loading and unloading shipments, tracking inventory, and ensuring materials are stored safely and efficiently. This role often requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and basic organizational skills. Part time positions offer flexible hours, making them suitable for students or those seeking supplementary income. Material handlers play a crucial role in keeping supply chains running smoothly.

What is the difference between Part Time Material Handler vs Part Time Warehouse Associate?

AspectPart Time Material HandlerPart Time Warehouse Associate
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; forklift certification often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic warehouse safety training
Work EnvironmentFactories, distribution centers, manufacturing plantsWarehouses, distribution centers, retail storage areas
Job DutiesHandling, moving, and storing materials; operating forkliftsReceiving, stocking, and organizing inventory; assisting in shipping/receiving

While both roles involve working in warehouse settings, a Part Time Material Handler primarily focuses on moving and handling materials, often operating equipment like forklifts. In contrast, a Part Time Warehouse Associate handles inventory management tasks such as stocking and shipping. Both positions require similar certifications and work environments, but their specific duties differ slightly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time material handler, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Material Handler, you need strong physical stamina, basic math skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode scanners, and pallet jacks or forklifts is typically required, with OSHA forklift certification often preferred. Attention to detail, time management, and teamwork are important soft skills for excelling in this role. These abilities ensure efficient and accurate handling of materials, which is critical for maintaining safety and productivity in warehouse operations.

What are some common challenges faced by part time material handlers, and how can they be managed effectively?

Part-time material handlers often face challenges such as adapting to changing shift schedules, managing physical demands, and coordinating with full-time staff. Staying organized, maintaining clear communication with supervisors, and practicing safe lifting techniques are essential for managing these challenges. Additionally, being proactive in learning warehouse processes and using downtime to familiarize yourself with inventory systems can help you quickly become an effective member of the team.
What are the most commonly searched types of Material Handler jobs in Portland, OR? The most popular types of Material Handler jobs in Portland, OR are:
Infographic showing various Part Time Material Handler job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 79% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,178 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Floater - Outdoor Nature-Based Program (Casual)

Portlandcc

Portland, OR • On-site

Part-time

Retirement

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

Join Our Team at Portland Community College

Please Note: PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington.

Portland Community College will also ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at pccjobs@pcc.edu.

Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. With four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area, our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.

Casual positions at Portland Community College have a working hour limit per fiscal year. Please see the Casual Employment at PCC section below for more details.

Under the direction of the Director and Mentor Teacher, the incumbent has responsibility for assisting in the implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum and programs for children (ages six weeks through six years old) in the Outdoor Nature-Based (ONB) and Child Development Center classrooms. Supports the Child and Family Studies, Early Child Education (ECE) program faculty by supporting program students by modeling developmentally appropriate practice, professionalism, positive communication, and ethical decision making in alignment with NAEYC code of ethics.What You'll Do and Who We Are Looking For

Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished from the Mentor Teacher or Assistant Teachers in that the Classroom Floater is not assigned to one specific classroom. Classroom Floater moves between classrooms where needed to support classroom teaching staff and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and programs for children developed by the teaching staff in each classroom.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

- Supervise children, ages six weeks through six years in the Outdoor Nature-Based classroom and Child Development Center classrooms.

- Steps into classrooms to provide breaks and planning time to individual classroom staff.

- Assists Classroom Teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and programs for children.

- Facilitates and provides guidance for the developmentally appropriate learning activities under the direction of the classroom teaching staff. Activities may be across developmental domains and include art, music, and dramatic play. They may be individual or group format.

- Assist in maintaining a safe, healthy, orderly and nurturing classroom environment and intervene if necessary.

- Assists in setting up classroom materials and playground equipment. Helps monitor equipment for safe operation. Informs of any repairs needed.

- Assists in cleaning up the classroom and playground after activities.

- Prepares and serves breakfast/snacks/lunches to children, following safety and sanitary regulations; cleans up after meals.

- Assists with program students in the classroom by modeling appropriate behavior with children and helping with projects.

- Assists in keeping accurate classroom records: attendance, schedules, accident reports, child information sheets, etc. while in the classroom.

- Maintains a friendly and professional manner with parents. Directs specific parent questions to the Mentor Teacher.

- Available to work all hours of the program operations; may be needed to assist in opening/closing a classroom.

- Implement requirements as outlined in Department of Early Learning and Care Child Care Licensing Division Rules, NAEYC and SPARK accreditation.

Qualifications:

- High School diploma or equivalent. Associate's degree in early childhood education or related area with early childhood education course work or CDA (Child Development Associate).

- One year experience providing group care for young children. Must have good oral communication skills. First Aid certification, food handler's care and Child Abuse & Neglect certifications required within 30 days of hire. Must have and maintain enrollment in the Department of Early Learning and Care Central Background Registry. Prior to the first day working with children, must complete Child Care Licensing Division approved Health and Safety, Safe Sleep training, and 10 hour or 1 college quarter credit of nature-based education training approved by DELC.

- Knowledge of: Current principles, practices and methods of early childhood education; local, state, and federal laws, regulations, policies and practices governing child care programs; general health and wellness of children; assessment and program evaluation techniques; contemporary office practices, procedures and equipment; recordkeeping techniques; first aid and CPR techniques and methods.

- Ability to: Implement age-appropriate curriculum to foster growth and development; administer effective child development center policies and procedures; provide basic nutrition and hygiene services for infants and young children; communicate effectively both orally and in written form; develop and maintain effective working relationships.

Work Environment: Need for flexibility and ability to adjust and adapt moving between various classrooms and a variety of ages. Work pressure, disturbances of work flow and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis. Changes in the performance environment require occasional upgrading of skills. Working conditions may be somewhat disagreeable requiring occasional exposure to safety hazards, noise and temperature. Exposure to adverse weather during ONB class time and playground duty. ONB support is 100% outdoors during class time.

Physical Requirements: Some learned physical skills are required to appropriately lift and carry toddlers and small children. Requires physical effort as part of regular work routine, including frequent lifting of children, bending and squatting to children's level, setting up the classroom and playground equipment (climbers, bikes, wagons,) and carrying supplies.

This position is fully grant funded, from September through June of an academic year. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of grant funding.

Location: PCC Sylvania Campus

This position will remain open until filled.

Casual Employment at PCC

Casual Employment Categories

Clerical/Administrative Support

Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal year

Service Assistant/Maintenance

Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal year

Skilled Craft

Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal year

Technical Assistant

Employee can work up to 599 hours in a fiscal year

Professional

Employee can work up to 959 hours in a fiscal year

Management/Supervisory

Employee can work up to 1039 hours in a fiscal year

Casual Compensation Hourly Range$16.30 - $24.95Potential Benefits Eligibility

As a new Casual employee, you may be eligible for certain benefits through PCC, such as Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans.

More detailed information on the benefits plans, who is eligible,and how to enroll or make changescan be foundatpcc.edu/hr/benefits.PleaseemailPCCBenefits@pcc.eduif you have any questions.

Please note that Portland Community College is not currently able to provide visa (e.g. H1-B Visa) sponsorship for potential employees.Contact PCC at pccjobs@pcc.edu if you have questionsOregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment

Portland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment.You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:

  • Veterans:DD214

  • Disabled Veterans:DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA

Notice of the Availability of the Annual Security Report

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), you may view Portland Community College's (PCC) most recent Annual Security Report (ASR) on theDepartment of Public Safetywebsite. The ASR contains current security and safety-related policy disclosure statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and resources, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains crime statistics for Clery Act crimes which occurred on PCC properties for the last three calendar years. Paper copies of the ASR are available upon request at allDepartment of Public Safetyoffices.