Automotive Technician

United States Postal Service (USPS); Great Falls (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Postal Service (USPS) seeks an Automotive Technician to inspect, diagnose, and repair USPS vehicles to ensure safe, reliable mail delivery. You will perform scheduled maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, complete brake, steering, and suspension repairs, and follow strict safety and documentation procedures.

Working in a structured, unionized environment, you’ll support a mission-critical fleet serving every U.S.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting and repairing vehicles to ensure safety and reliability.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems in fleet vehicles.
• Familiarity with brake, steering, and suspension repairs and routine maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect USPS vehicles and diagnose issues to ensure safe operation.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and preventive service on a federal fleet.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems and execute repairs as needed.
• Complete brake, steering, and suspension repairs and alignments per standards.
• Follow strict safety protocols and accurate documentation throughout work.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Diagnostics

Preventive maintenance

Job description

The United States Postal Service (USPS) seeks an Automotive Technician to inspect, diagnose, and repair USPS vehicles to ensure safe, reliable mail delivery. You will perform scheduled maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, complete brake, steering, and suspension repairs, and follow strict safety and documentation procedures. Working in a structured, unionized environment, you’ll support a mission-critical fleet serving every U.S. community while accessing stable federal employment, training, and advancement opportunities.