EasyCareers Job Posting: USPS Lead Automotive Technician - Fleet Maintenance at United States Postal Service. This is a Part Time role in  Wood River,  IL. Salary: $23 - $30.

USPS Lead Automotive Technician - Fleet Maintenance

Posted on July 15, 2026

Wood River, IL Part Time $23 - $30

Part-Time Work in Wood River

Snapshot

  • Worksite: Wood River, IL
  • Job Title: USPS Lead Automotive Technician - Fleet Maintenance – Flexible Part-Time Role
  • Employer: United States Postal Service (Hiring for part-time roles in Wood River)
  • This part-time role in Wood River is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
  • Our United States Postal Service part-time team in Wood River, IL is growing.
  • Benefit from working part-time in Wood River, a key hub for the Automotive Maintenance industry.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Compensation (Part-Time): $23-$30/Hour (approx. $32.5k/Year)
  • Benefits: A competitive part-time compensation package.
  • Excellent work-life balance for part-time staff in Wood River.

Responsibilities

  • Apply your your professional skills skills in a flexible part-time role at our Wood River location.


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.