About this position
Maintenance Mechanics MPE support the equipment that processes and moves mail through postal facilities. The role involves troubleshooting mechanical, electrical and electronic systems, testing equipment, correcting malfunctions and completing preventive maintenance and inspections. Employees may also prepare work orders and estimate the time and materials needed for repairs.Key responsibilities
- Test, diagnose and maintain mechanical, electrical and electronic mail-processing systems.
- Observe equipment operation to identify the source of malfunctions.
- Correct equipment problems and help restore reliable system performance.
- Perform preventive-maintenance inspections on mail-processing and powered industrial equipment.
- Review and follow established maintenance procedures and standards.
- Initiate work orders and estimate the time and materials needed for repairs.
- Document completed maintenance and identified equipment issues.
- Follow equipment-isolation 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 experience maintaining mechanical, electrical or electronic equipment is preferred; relevant certifications 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 around active machinery; and willingness to follow all equipment-isolation, electrical and workplace safety procedures, including use of required personal protective equipment.
Skills
- Mechanical, electrical and electronic troubleshooting
- Mail-processing equipment maintenance
- Diagnostic testing
- Preventive-maintenance planning
- Reading technical procedures and documentation
- Work-order and repair documentation
- Safety awareness around powered equipment
- 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 a postal processing facility around automated mail-processing and powered industrial equipment. Assignments may include inspections, planned maintenance and troubleshooting during active or scheduled maintenance periods.
- 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 around active machinery; and willingness to follow all equipment-isolation, electrical and workplace safety procedures, including use of required personal protective equipment.
Compensation and benefits
USD 74422.00–83710.00 per year.
Salary information source: PS Grade 9 ("MPE-9"), 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 technical and on-the-job training covering mail-processing machinery, mechanical systems, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and safe equipment operation.
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: NC20260719-02781.