SANTA ANA, CA — When Felix Vallejo joined the postal service in June of 2021, he was looking for a change after 15 years in one industry. Like many he was on the search for a reliable and long-term position. Inspired by seeing his own postal carrier every day, Vallejo took the leap and applied.

Now, three years later Vallejo is happy he took the leap with the Postal Service.

“Working for the Postal Service has offered me the opportunity for growth and stability. I went from being a non-career employee to becoming a supervisor with the best benefits I have ever had, all in less than three years,” said Vallejo.

Whether it is delivering the mail or moving the mail the United States Postal Service needs people across Orange County to help Deliver for America. Along with excellent pay and benefits there is an opportunity to grow and start a career providing an essential service to every customer.

“Our role as Postal Employees means that we do our part to ensure every customer gets their mail and packages, they can count on us to deliver everything from holiday gifts to thank you cards. Or essential items like medicine. We connect people whether they are 5 or 5,000 miles away from each other,” said Vallejo.

If you’re looking to start your postal career, start by attending one of the participating locations job fair January 9 from 11:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.:

Vallejo has some advice to offer those looking for a new start with the postal service and 5 things you may be surprised to know the Postal Service has to offer:

1. Prepare for hard work and long hours.
2. There is competitive pay and a wide array of different job opportunities for development.
3. Great benefits, including a pension and a TSP plan (our 401K).
4. A multitude of insurance options.
5. You’re not just joining a company; you’re joining a family.

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. Residency requirement for background checks.

Current postings of job opportunities are available any time, at www.usps.com/careers.

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