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Shoring Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Load and unload shoring on a sit-down forklift for customers and drivers ensuring the load and trailer are properly secured. * Regularly perform an inventory on equipment and other various duties as ...

Yard Laborer - Trench Safety

Portland, OR · On-site

$23.40 - $28.10/hr

Load and unload shoring on a sit-down forklift for customers and drivers ensuring the load and trailer are properly secured. * Regularly perform an inventory on equipment and other various duties as ...

Experience with various shoring procedures and systems including trench shields, hydraulic shores, sheet piling, soldier piles and lagging, sloping and benching, training and certification as a ...

Implementing shoring processes and systems, such as trench shields, hydraulic shores, sheet piling, soldier pile/lagging, sloping, and benching * Ability to operate each machine safely while ...

Heavy Equipment Operators

Oxbow, OR · On-site

$40 - $46/hr

Experience and utilize knowledge of safe excavation, trenching, and shoring practices * Experience proper rigging for all materials being lowered into the trench * All employees are required to ...

Heavy Equipment Operators

Oxbow, OR · On-site

$40 - $46/hr

Experience and utilize knowledge of safe excavation, trenching, and shoring practices * Experience proper rigging for all materials being lowered into the trench * All employees are required to ...

CDL-A Driver

Portland, OR · On-site

$1.3K - $1.8K/wk

TWIC card a plus but not required. * 80% of work will be transporting Trench and MAP shoring to and from customer job sites using various trucks - knuckle boom flat bed, semi, and trailer trucks ...

$17.75 - $22.75/hr

Erect and dismantle scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, and other temporary structures. * Load, unload, and distribute building materials, tools, and machinery to appropriate ...

CDL-A Driver

Portland, OR · On-site

$1.3K - $1.8K/wk

TWIC card a plus but not required. * 80% of work will be transporting Trench and MAP shoring to and from customer job sites using various trucks - knuckle boom flat bed, semi, and trailer trucks ...

TWIC card a plus but not required. * 80% of work will be transporting Trench and MAP shoring to and from customer job sites using various trucks - knuckle boom flat bed, semi, and trailer trucks ...

Construction Laborer

Salem, OR · On-site

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Installs shoring materials. * Guides pipes into place while equipment operator maneuvers pipe on chains/wires. Connects pipes using tools, lubricants, glue, grout, etc. Builds couplings, * connectors ...

Construction Laborer

Salem, OR · On-site

$17.75 - $22.75/hr

Installs shoring materials. * Guides pipes into place while equipment operator maneuvers pipe on chains/wires. Connects pipes using tools, lubricants, glue, grout, etc. Builds couplings, * connectors ...

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How much do shoring jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for shoring in Oregon is $60,084.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,700.00 and $65,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in shoring?

To thrive in a Shoring role, candidates need expertise in construction safety, structural support systems, and a solid understanding of engineering principles, typically backed by relevant certifications such as OSHA or a specialty trade license. Familiarity with tools and equipment for bracing, trenching, and shoring, as well as the ability to read blueprints and operate heavy machinery, is essential. Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills are highly valued in this position. These competencies are crucial for ensuring structural stability, mitigating on-site risks, and effectively collaborating on complex construction projects.

What is shoring?

A shoring job involves the installation of temporary support systems to stabilize structures, trenches, or excavations during construction or repairs. Shoring is essential for preventing collapses and ensuring worker safety in environments where soil or structural integrity is at risk. Workers in this field set up braces, beams, or hydraulic jacks to reinforce walls, foundations, or trenches. This role requires knowledge of construction safety regulations and the ability to work with heavy equipment.

What are the typical responsibilities of someone working in shoring?

Professionals in Shoring roles are responsible for designing, installing, and maintaining temporary support structures to reinforce trenches, excavations, or unstable buildings during construction projects. Daily tasks may include inspecting job sites, assembling shoring equipment, monitoring stability, and ensuring compliance with all safety regulations. Shoring specialists work closely with engineers, site supervisors, and other trades to coordinate work and address unforeseen site challenges. This role offers hands-on, physically active work and the opportunity to develop specialized skills that are in demand on large-scale construction and civil engineering projects.

Infographic showing various Shoring job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,084 per year, or $28.9 per hour.

Yard Laborer - Trench Safety

Sunstate

Salem, OR • On-site

$23 - $29/hr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Job description

Equipment Support II - Yard Laborer
TRENCH SAFETY DIVISION
Sunstate Equipment Co.: Where Safety and People are Core Values!
We care about our people and it shows.
Hiring Immediately
Pay: $23-$29. PER HOUR; Pay Dependent on Experience; PAID WEEKLY!
Schedule: Monday - Friday: 7AM - 5PM (Overtime Eligible!)
Location: Salem, OR 97317
Exceptional Perks
  • Uniforms Provided AND cleaned for FREE
  • Work Boot Allowance
  • Rent ANY of our equipment for FREE
  • FREE Prescription Safety Glasses
  • Unique Vacation Overtime Averaging benefit that pays you overtime while you're on vacation!

Have you got what it takes?
  • Take pride in the fact that your hard work saves lives every day!
  • Ability to work in a fast paced in an ever changing environment
  • Safety focused mindset is required
  • Excellent communication skills and teamwork required
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Enjoy working in outside in the elements year round

What you will enjoy doing:
  • Working outdoors (This is NOT a warehouse position!) with fellow branch members constructing trench, MAP boxes and hydraulic shoring by hand.
  • Load and unload shoring on a sit-down forklift for customers and drivers ensuring the load and trailer are properly secured.
  • Regularly perform an inventory on equipment and other various duties as assigned.
  • Pressure Washing equipment and returning to stock
  • Occasional painting
  • Organizing inventory and keeping work area in order
  • Assembling MAP Boxes and doing minor repairs on hydraulic systems
  • Working with the team to safety and efficiently filling the orders

Interested? Apply now!
#TRENCH
Why Choose Us?
At Sunstate, every employee is valued, respected, and fairly compensated. More importantly, every employee has a voice that deserves to be heard. We are working hard to challenge the typical ways of business and develop an environment where our employees feel safe, comfortable, and look forward to coming to work. No matter which location you visit, you can't help but feel the close-knit work-family environment.
We have strategically and organically grown our company from within, promoting from the ground up and providing employees with opportunities to explore their different passions within our own walls. This culture allows our people to develop valuable, marketable skills they can use throughout their career. Plus, with benefits like Baby Bonding, My Holiday vacation time, and discounts on everything from movie tickets to cell phone bills, we're constantly evolving our resources to provide our people with tools to make their lives easier!
Be YOU at Sunstate
At Sunstate Equipment, we are actively fostering a workplace culture where individuals of all identities and life experiences feel genuinely valued, respected, and appreciated. As a proud equal-opportunity employer, we wholeheartedly welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We recognize and celebrate the unique perspectives they bring, with the understanding that they are the fuel for the innovative ideas that drive the evolution of our industry
Sunstate Equipment Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
A Drug Free Workplace and Participates in E-Verify
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.