SANTA BARBARA, CA — The U.S. Postal Service is kicking off the new year with the first ever statewide #USPSCoast2Career job fair. In an effort to fill nearly 200 positions across the Central Coast, 16 offices will host an unprecedented free hiring event Thursday, January 26, 2023, from 10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.

Over 77 locations across the California Coast to the Bay will participate in this one day hiring fair to fill over 2,000 positions. If you’re looking for a fresh start, then ride the 800-mile wave of opportunity and stop by a participating location.

The Postal Service proudly delivers to diverse communities across the nation. A postal career means job security, career advancement opportunities and excellent benefits. Help provide an essential public service and deliver to those in your own Central Coast community.

“There is no better time than now to join the Postal Service. We’re looking for employees with an eye on the future to help deliver an essential service across the Central Coast,” said District Manager Al Santos. “This is an opportunity to deliver in your own community and build a career that touches the lives of the American public.”

The Postal Service has the most sophisticated mail processing equipment and the best last-mile delivery networks in the world. However, it is people who move the mail through the systems that enables commerce and provides a powerful channel for businesses to sustain economic growth.

 As part of our innovative and bold 10-year plan, Delivering for America, the Postal Service is committed to cultivating that growth by building a stable and empowered workforce.

The Postal Service has an immediate need for the following positions to be filled:

• Mail Processing: Clerks and Mail Handlers
• Delivery: City and Rural Carriers
• Transportation: Tractor Trailer Operators
• Maintenance: Mechanics, Laborer Custodian and Automotive Technician

Participating locations Thursday, January 26, 2023, from 10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.

Applicants will be guided through the entire online application process by USPS staff, hear from real employees and submit their applications in real time for positions posted on www.usps.com/careers.

Applicants must be 18 years of age, or 16 years of age with a high school diploma or GED. All applicants must be able to pass drug screening and a criminal background investigation. Some positions require an exam. Any position that has a driving requirement will also require a valid driver license and clean DMV 2-year driving history. Citizenship or permanent resident status of five years is required.

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