About this position
United States Postal Service External Publication for Job Posting 12346507 If this job requires qualification on an examination, the number of applicants who will be invited to take or retake the examination may be limited. Branch Westshores Processing Ops Division
Job Posting Period
08/15/2026 - 08/21/2026 This job has an exam requirement. Currently, applicants for this posting who do not yet have an exam score are being invited to take the exam. Examining will continue until capacity has been reached.
Job Title
BUILDING EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Facility Location
CHICAGO INTL SVC CTR
513 EXPRESS CENTER DR
CHICAGO, IL 60688
CONTACT INFORMATION: Raven Ray | yz7fk0@usps.gov | (312) 983-8522 | WORKFORCE PLANNING SPECIALIST
Position Information
TITLE: BUILDING EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt
Occupation Code: 5306-0002
Non-Scheduled Days: Thursday, Friday
Hours: 0600 - 1430
Must be able to communicate in and understand the English language with or without a reasonable disability accommodation under the Rehabilitation Act. Postal Service employment is conditional upon your meeting medical suitability, general eligibility and suitability, and background check requirements. Therefore, if you receive a job offer, note that it will be conditional upon you meeting these requirements, even if you are allowed to begin working first. For this vacancy announcement, the Postal Service will be referring a set number of the highest-ranked eligible candidates for selection consideration. SALARY RANGE: Starting annual salary $74,422 paid bi-weekly
FINANCE NUMBER: 160049
BENEFIT INFORMATION: This is a career position which offers excellent benefits. Newly hired employees are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Upon hire, employees are eligible to contribute into the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is similar to 401(k) plans. We also offer the option to enroll into the Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) program as well as the Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI). Dental, Vision and Long-Term Care Insurance Programs as well as Flexible Spending Program to cover eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent care (day care)expenses are also available. We offer eleven paid federal holidays as well as accrued vacation and sick leave. Persons Eligible to Apply All U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent resident aliens, citizens of American Samoa or other territory owing permanent allegiance to the United States. Applicants entitled to veterans’ preference and/or covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act may apply for any posted position. Applicants must apply online at www.usps.com/careers to be considered for this employment opportunity. You must have a valid email address to apply as communication regarding employment opportunities, examinations (when applicable), and background checks will be sent by email. Please add the following email domain addresses to your contact list to allow all correspondence to be received - @usps.gov; @talogy.com; @geninfo.com; @uspis.gov. EXAM: If an exam is required and you are invited to take the test, instructions regarding the exam process will be sent to you via email. Please ensure you can receive email messages from our test vendor and follow instructions carefully so you can be considered for this employment opportunity. SCREENINGS: You may receive multiple requests for background checks in regards to this employment opportunity. Respond to all requests quickly as we anticipate filling our vacancies quickly and nonresponses may result in disqualification for this opportunity. Background Check The Inspection Service criminal background check is conducted using United States information resources only (e.g., FBI fingerprint check, state and county checks). A criminal background check involves a 10-year inquiry for any location where the individual has resided, worked or gone to school within the United States or its territories. As a result of this limitation, the criminal background checks of individuals who have not resided in the United States or its territories for the preceding 5-years may not be considered complete. The Inspection Service may be able to process inquiries for U.S. Citizens only, but only if their time spent out of the country was spent as: a trailing spouse or dependent of someone working for the U.S. government (military or civilian), a missionary, a student attending school in a foreign country, a Peace Corps participant, or as an employee of a U.S.-based employer/company. If the Inspection Service is unable to perform a complete background check because of residency outside the United States, such individuals will be ineligible for Postal employment. Functional Purpose Performs involved trouble shooting and complex maintenance work on Building and Building Equipment systems, and preventive maintenance inspections of building, building equipment, and building systems; maintains and operates a large automated air conditioning system and a large heating system.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs, on building and building equipment, the more difficult testing, diagnosis, maintenance, adjustment and revision
work, requiring a thorough knowledge of the mechanical, electrical, and electronic, pneumatic, or hydraulic control and operating mechanisms of the equipment. Performs trouble shooting and repair of complex supervisory group control panels, readout and feedback circuits and associated mechanical and electrical components throughout the installation; locates and corrects malfunctions in triggering and other electromechanical and electronic circuits.
2. Observes the various components of the building systems in operation and applies appropriate testing methods and
procedures to insure continued proper operation.
3. Locates the source of and rectifies trouble in involved or questionable cases, or in emergency situations where expert
attention is required to locate and correct the defect quickly to avoid or minimize interruptions.
4. Installs or alters building equipment and circuits as directed.
5. Reports circumstances surrounding equipment failures and recommends measures for their correction.
6. Performs preventive maintenance inspections of building equipment to locate incipient mechanical malfunctions and the
standard of maintenance. Initiates work orders requesting corrective actions for conditions below standard; assists in the estimating of time and materials required. Recommends changes in preventive maintenance procedures and practices to provides the proper level of maintenance; assists in the revision of preventive maintenance checklists and the frequency of performing preventive maintenance routes. In instances of serious equipment failures, conducts investigation to determine the cause of the breakdown and to recommend remedial action to prevent recurrence.
7. Uses necessary hand and power tools, specialized equipment, gauging devices, and both electrical and electronic testequipment.
8. Reads and interprets schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams and specifications in locating and correcting potential or
existing malfunctions and failures.
9. Repairs electro-mechanically operated equipment related to the building or building systems. Repairs, installs, modifies,
and maintains building safety systems, support systems and equipment.
10. Works off ladders, scaffolds, and rigging within heights common to the facility; works under various weather conditions
outdoors.
11. Completes duties and tasks related to building equipment maintenance as required.
12. Observes established safety practices and requirements pertaining to the type of work involved; recommends additional
safety measures as required.
13. In addition, may oversee the work of lower level maintenance employees, advising and instructing them in proper and
safe work methods and checking for adherence to instructions; make in-process and final operational checks and tests of work completed by lower level maintenance employees.
14. Performs other job related tasks in support of primary duties.
SUPERVISION
Supervisor of unit to which assigned. The United States Postal Service has the following excellent and challenging employment opportunity for highly motivated and innovative individuals. Successful candidates must demonstrate through a combination of education, training, and experience the following requirements:
Requirements
FUNCTION:
Performs involved trouble shooting and complex maintenance work on building and building equipment systems, and preventive maintenance and preventive maintenance inspections of building, building equipment, and building systems, and maintains and operates a large automated air conditioning system and a large heating system.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
See the Standard Position Description for the Occupation Code given above.
REQUIREMENTS:
There are no separately evaluated knowledge, skill, or ability requirements for this position.
EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must successfully complete Postal Service Test 955, for the Building/All Other job group, which measures maintenance knowledge, skills and abilities. In addition, applicants must successfully complete a structured interview evaluation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation which may require arduous exertion involved prolonged standing, walking, bending and reaching, and may involve handling heavy objects, e.g., tools and equipment up to the allowable weight. TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:Applicants who qualify under this standard may be required to satisfactorily complete a prescribed training course(s) prior to assignment, reassignment or promotion.
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS:
(A) Applicants must be able to qualify to operate powered industrial equipment. (B) For positions requiring driving, applicants must have a valid state driver's license, and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. Qualified applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening to meet the U.S. Postal Service's requirement to be drug free. Applicants must also be a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident alien status.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m., Central Time, of the posting's closing date. Applicants claiming veterans' preference must attach a copy of member copy 4 (only) of Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form
214) or other proof of eligibility if claiming 10-point veterans' preference. The United States Postal Service (USPS) is an
equal opportunity employer. The USPS provides reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, interview, and/or selection process, please make your request to the examiner, selecting official or local manager of Human Resources. This request can also be made by someone on your behalf. Explain the nature of your limitations and the accommodation needed. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 (Fair Chance Act) prohibits the Postal Service from inquiring into the criminal history of applicants before a conditional offer of employment has been made and sets out penalties for individual employees who violate the law. An applicant who feels their rights under this federal law have been violated has 30 days from the date of the alleged violation to file a complaint with the Postal Service at FairChanceActSupport@usps.gov. Further information can be found at www.usps.com. SPECIAL NOTE: Current career Postal Service employees are ineligible to apply to this posting.
Location and commute
513 EXPRESS CENTER DR, Chicago, IL 60688.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: PP-NC12346507.