Senior Fleet Mechanic & Mentor

United States Postal Service (USPS); Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Postal Service seeks a Lead Mechanic to oversee maintenance and repair of postal vehicles and equipment. You will diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues, perform advanced repairs, schedule and prioritize shop workloads, and ensure all work meets USPS safety and regulatory standards.

You will mentor mechanics, coordinate inspections, maintain accurate maintenance records, and support fleet reliability for on-time mail delivery.

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Experience diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues on fleet vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of postal vehicles and equipment.
• Schedule and prioritize shop workloads to meet service goals.
• Ensure all work complies with USPS safety and regulatory standards.
• Mentor mechanics and coordinate inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Diagnostics

Mechanical repair

Electrical systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Automotive diagnostics tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

The United States Postal Service seeks a Lead Mechanic to oversee maintenance and repair of postal vehicles and equipment. You will diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues, perform advanced repairs, schedule and prioritize shop workloads, and ensure all work meets USPS safety and regulatory standards.

You will mentor mechanics, coordinate inspections, maintain accurate maintenance records, and support fleet reliability for on-time mail delivery.