Des Plaines Part-Time Job:USPS Lead Automotive Technician-Fleet
Posted on June 21, 2026
Part-Time Opportunity in Des Plaines, IL
Primary Details
- Company: United States Postal Service
- Stable part-time work with a friendly Des Plaines team and clear expectations.
- Based in: Des Plaines, IL (our growing Des Plaines site)
- Part-Time Salary: $28-$36/Hour (approx. $38.3k/Year)
- Job Title: USPS Lead Automotive Technician - Fleet Maintenance – Flexible Part-Time Role
- Apply your your professional skills skills in a flexible part-time role at our Des Plaines location.
- Benefits: Eligible part-time team members may receive select benefits.
- 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.