Lead Auto Technician

United States Postal Service (USPS); Great Falls (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Postal Service is seeking a Lead Auto Technician to oversee maintenance and repair of USPS fleet vehicles supporting national mail operations. You will diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues, perform and direct preventive maintenance, and ensure compliance with USPS safety and regulatory standards.

You will mentor junior technicians, coordinate workflow, manage repair documentation, and communicate with operations leaders to keep vehicles road-ready and minimize

Qualifications

• Experience leading a shop or crew of auto technicians.
• Strong knowledge of fleet maintenance best practices and safety standards.
• Proficiency diagnosing complex electrical and mechanical faults in vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preventive maintenance and repairs of USPS fleet.
• Mentor and supervise junior technicians.
• Coordinate workflow and ensure repair documentation is complete and accurate.
• Communicate with operations leaders to minimize downtime and keep vehicles road-ready.

Skills

Team leadership

Fleet maintenance

Electrical & mechanical diagnostics

Diagnostic tools

Tools

OBD-II scan tools

Job description

The United States Postal Service seeks a Lead Auto Technician to oversee maintenance and repair of fleet vehicles supporting national mail operations. In this role, you will diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues, perform and direct preventive maintenance, and ensure compliance with USPS safety and regulatory standards. You will mentor junior technicians, coordinate workflow, manage repair documentation, and communicate with operations leaders to keep vehicles road-ready, minimize downtime, and support reliable public service in a structured, unionized environment.