OAKLAND, CA — The U.S. Postal Service has immediate job openings for career and non-career positions at many locations nationwide. In the Bay-Valley Postal District that includes the East Bay, South Bay from San Jose to King City and the coast from Big Sur to Santa Cruz, currently available positions include Automotive Technician, Casual Mail Handler, City Carrier Assistant, Mail Handler Assistant, Postal Support Employee, Rural Carrier Associate, and Tractor Trailer Operator.

Those interested in Postal Service employment opportunities can apply online by visiting www.usps.com/employment and search under “California” (or other state) to view the latest job openings. Each vacancy posting has specific job details; some positions may be temporary. Applicants must be 18 years of age, or 16 years of age with a high school diploma. Applicants must be able to pass drug screening, criminal background and any other applicable Postal Service test.

“The Postal Service is a great place to work,” said Florencia Aceituno, human resources manager, Bay-Valley Postal District. “This is a tremendous opportunity to experience a job that is very challenging and rewarding.”

For more information, interested job applicants may contact Bay-Valley District Human Resources at 510-874-8396

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