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July 1, 2025

Become Part of the Most Trusted Team

USPS is Looking for Committed Individuals to Fill Immediate Openings

Des Moines, IA — The United States Postal Service is consistently named one of the most trusted brands in America.  For over 245 years, we have delivered information, connected families and friends, and powered the engines of commerce and industry. Right now, we are looking for committed and motivated individuals to join us in our mission of service to your local community and the nation.

As part of our innovative and bold 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 offers competitive wages and benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

Des Moines, IA VMF
1145 2nd Ave
Des Moines, IA 50318
 
Automotive Technician $63,658/Year

Medical & Dental Coverage
Excellent Vacation & Sick Leave
Diverse Workplace
Sense of Service to the Community

IowaWORKS Grab-A-Job Tuesday Job Fair
200 Army Post Rd #44
Des Moines, IA 50315
July 8th, 2025
9-11am

Automotive Technician

In this role you will perform both routine and complex repairs and maintenance on all types of motor vehicles in the postal fleet. You will troubleshoot and diagnose more complex vehicle malfunctions and may provide assistance to lower-level employees.

Job duties include:

  • Diagnose vehicles and perform operational checks on engines, major supporting systems, parts and components
  • Perform various computerized and electronic diagnostic tests using specialized equipment
  • Prepare and update vehicle records, annotate labor time, and manage work orders
  • Conduct visual and auditory vehicle inspections, road calls and road tests

The United States Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer offering a fast-paced, rewarding work environment with competitive compensation packages, on-the-job training, and opportunities for advancement.

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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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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