Flexible Part-Time USPS Lead Automotive Technician-Fleet

Part-Time Role Based in Des Plaines

Position: USPS Lead Automotive Technician - Fleet Maintenance (Part-Time, based in Des Plaines) Employer: United States Postal Service (Hiring for part-time roles in Des Plaines) Location: Des Plaines, IL

Part-Time Salary: $24-$31/Hour (approx. $33.7k/Year) Benefits: Eligible part-time team members may receive select benefits. Stable part-time work with a friendly Des Plaines team and clear expectations.

Responsibilities

Core objectives involve your professional skills in a part-time capacity in Automotive Maintenance.

• This part-time role in Des Plaines is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
• Our United States Postal Service part-time team in Des Plaines, IL is growing.
• Benefit from working part-time in Des Plaines, a key hub for the Automotive Maintenance industry.

Keep the Fleet Moving!

The USPS operates the largest civilian vehicle fleet in the world. None of the mail moves if the trucks don't run. We are seeking highly skilled Automotive Technicians to manage, diagnose, and repair our massive fleet of Long Life Vehicles (LLVs), ProMasters, and 2-Ton Step Vans.

Technical Duties:

• Perform complex computer diagnostics to troubleshoot engine, transmission, and electrical failures.
• Execute heavy line repairs, complete brake overhauls, and preventative maintenance.
• Utilize advanced welding and fabrication skills to repair aluminum bodies.
• Serve as a mentor and guide to junior Garagemen and mechanics in the Vehicle Maintenance Facility (VMF).

The Federal Advantage: Say goodbye to the unpredictable flat-rate "flag hours" of private dealerships! USPS mechanics earn a guaranteed, highly competitive hourly wage, plus the unbeatable federal retirement and health benefits package. Your tools stay secure, and your paychecks stay steady.