About Prefinery USA/ Seattle Gold/ Portland Gold

Portland Gold Exchange is a premier precious metals retailer. Trusted by customers across the Pacific Northwest, we pride ourselves on delivering expert service, competitive value, and complete transparency. Driven by integrity and market expertise, we empower customers to buy and sell precious metals with confidence.

A family-owned and operated business, we are proud to have one of the highest repeat and referral rates in the industry, a testament to the transparent and dependable service our customers rely on.

About the role

We’re looking for a full-time Customer Experience Associate (Precious Metals Analyst) to join our growing team at our Portland Location (6547 SE Milwaukie Ave., Portland, OR, 97202). This is a hands-on, customer-facing role where no two days are the same.

You’ll be the face of our business—guiding customers through the process of buying or selling gold, silver, and other valuables. Don’t worry if you’re new to the industry—we provide full training to give you the knowledge and confidence to succeed.

What You'll Do

Deliver outstanding in-person and phone-based customer service
Evaluate jewelry and precious metals using our tools and training
Educate customers and provide transparent, accurate information
Maintain a clean, professional, and organized store environment
Support day-to-day operations and contribute to team success

What You Bring

A passion for customer service and helping people
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A sharp eye for detail and solid problem-solving abilities
Comfort with basic math and computer systems
A motivated, eager-to-learn mindset with a desire to grow

What We Offer

$24/hour + in store bonus incentives
Comprehensive medical and dental benefits after 3 months
Paid, hands-on training in a unique and growing industry
A supportive, team-oriented environment where your growth matters

Schedule

Full-time, 8-hour shifts
This role must be available to work Saturdays AND Sundays
Day shifts including weekdays and weekends

Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of customer service experience required
Criminal Background Check is required
Must be authorized to work in the US

Why Join Us?

This is more than a retail job—it’s an opportunity to build expertise in a specialized, high-value industry while developing real customer advisory skills. If you’re looking for a role where you can grow, learn, and make an impact every day, we’d love to meet you.

Additional Information

Vacancy Status

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 4 roles are to be filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, provincial, or territorial human rights legislation.

Accessibility & Accommodation

We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Privacy

Personal information collected during the recruitment process will be used solely for recruitment and employment purposes and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy legislation.

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