About this position
Maintenance Mechanics perform preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance throughout postal facilities. Responsibilities may include repairing mechanical components, motors, belts, bearings and basic control systems; assisting with plumbing, heating, cooling and refrigeration work; and installing, adjusting or replacing smaller pieces of operating equipment.Key responsibilities
- Perform preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance tasks.
- Repair or assist with plumbing, heating, cooling and refrigeration systems.
- Maintain basic control circuitry, bearings, chains, motors, belts and related components.
- Assemble, install, replace, modify or adjust operating equipment.
- Assist skilled maintenance employees with equipment disassembly, relocation and reassembly.
- Inspect equipment and report identified defects or maintenance needs.
- Complete required maintenance records and work orders.
- Follow equipment-isolation, tool and workplace-safety procedures.
Required qualifications
- A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required; relevant vocational or technical training is preferred.
- Prior hands-on maintenance or mechanical experience is preferred; relevant certifications, apprenticeships or equivalent training may also be considered.
- Applicants must successfully complete any required pre-employment assessment and background check. A valid driver's license may be required depending on the vacancy.
- Ability to lift and carry tools, parts or equipment weighing up to 70 pounds; ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb and work in varying facility conditions; and willingness to follow all equipment, electrical and workplace safety procedures, including use of required personal protective equipment.
Skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Preventive-maintenance practices
- Basic electrical and control-system knowledge
- Familiarity with motors, belts, bearings and related components
- Safe hand- and power-tool operation
- Maintenance documentation
- Teamwork and problem-solving
- Any additional skills required for this specific vacancy will be identified by the hiring facility.
Work environment and physical requirements
Work generally takes place in postal facilities, equipment areas and maintenance spaces. Assignments may involve powered equipment, mechanical components, tools and facility systems. Exact noise, protective-equipment, schedule and physical conditions must come from the requisition.
- Specific work days, hours and shift assignments will be provided by the hiring facility. Schedules may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays based on operational needs.
- Any additional site-specific conditions, equipment or facility details will be provided by the hiring facility at the time of the job offer.
- Ability to lift and carry tools, parts or equipment weighing up to 70 pounds; ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb and work in varying facility conditions; and willingness to follow all equipment, electrical and workplace safety procedures, including use of required personal protective equipment.
Compensation and benefits
USD 59281.00–77281.00 per year.
Salary information source: PS Grade 5, APWU Maintenance Craft, effective March 7, 2026 COLA Confidence: High. Confirm pay and eligibility details on the application website.
This position is generally offered as a career postal appointment. Eligible career employees may receive health coverage through the Postal Service Health Benefits Program, dental and vision insurance, basic and optional life insurance, a federal pension under the Federal Employees Retirement System, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan with automatic or matching Postal Service contributions.
Additional benefits may include paid annual and sick leave, paid federal holidays, Social Security and Medicare coverage, flexible spending accounts, long-term-care insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance resources, and career-development and training opportunities. Depending on the assigned schedule and applicable employment agreement, employees may also qualify for overtime pay, night-shift differential or Sunday premium pay.
Benefit eligibility, enrollment periods, employee contributions and coverage levels are governed by the applicable appointment, collective-bargaining agreement and benefit plan. Paid leave and other benefits may be prorated for part-time career appointments.
Employees may receive on-the-job and technical training in preventive maintenance, mechanical systems, building equipment and safe maintenance procedures, with opportunities to qualify for more advanced maintenance positions.
Location and commute
160 Alamo Plz, Alamo, CA 94507.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: NC20260719-02780.