USPS Lead Automotive Technician - Fleet Maintenance
Posted on September 26, 2026
Part-Time Role Based in East Chicago
At a Glance
- Benefits: Flexible scheduling to fit your personal or study commitments.
- Hiring Organization: United States Postal Service
- 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 East Chicago location.
- Stable part-time work with a friendly East Chicago team and clear expectations.
- Part-Time Salary: $32-$41/Hour (approx. $44k/Year)
- Based in: East Chicago, IN (our growing East Chicago site)
- This part-time role in East Chicago is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our United States Postal Service part-time team in East Chicago, IN is growing.
- Benefit from working part-time in East Chicago, 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.