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July 23, 2025

Oakland USPS Hosting Maintenance Hiring Event

Earn up to $35.95/hour

Maintenance Hiring Event

OAKLAND, CA — The U.S. Postal Service is hosting a free hiring event to help future employees create their online profile and immediately start applying for jobs in Maintenance.

As part our innovative 10-year-plan, Delivering for America, the Postal Service is focused on building a more stable and empowered workforce. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we are investing in our new employees by providing robust training and on-the-job support.

The Postal Service is a great place to work, with job security, career advancement opportunities and benefits. The Postal Service has an immediate need for the following positions to be filled:

  • Electronic Technician - $35.95/hour
  • Building Equipment Mechanic - $34.16/hour
  • Maintenance Mechanic (Mail Processing Equipment) - $34.16/hour
  • Maintenance Mechanic - $27.32/hour
  • Laborer Custodial – $21.52/hour

Please attend the Oakland Maintenance Hiring Event:
Location: Oakland P&DC located at 1675 7th Street, Oakland, CA 94615
Time: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Applicants must be 18 years or older. 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 two-year driving history. Citizenship or permanent resident status is required.

The Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer offering a fast-pace, rewarding work environment with competitive compensation packages, on-the-job training, and opportunities for advancement. Learn more at: Careers - About.usps.com

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U.S. Postal Service Celebrates 250 Years

The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to more than 170 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is celebrating its 250th year of service to customers amidst a network modernization plan aimed at restoring long-term financial sustainability, improving service, and maintaining the organization as one of America’s most valued and trusted brands.

The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

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