December 6, 2024

USPS Job Fair Showcases a Variety of Career Paths

Generous Pay & Benefits Included

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AUSTIN, TX – The United States Postal Service has exciting career opportunities for job seekers in the Austin area. Whether you like working inside or outside, at the counter or under the hood, USPS has a career path for you.

To assist potential applicants, the Postal Service is partnering with Workforce Solutions at a job fair on Wednesday, December 11. Postal officials will be onsite to share information on each position and assist with the application process.  

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2024 – 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.

WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS CAPITAL AREA
9001 N IH-35, SUITE 110
AUSTIN TX 78753

Available positions include Lead Automotive Technician (LAT), Maintenance Mechanic (MM), Rural Carrier Associate (RCA), Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC), and City Carrier Assistant (CCA).

Lead Automotive Technician (LAT) – A LAT serves as a leader for technicians and mechanics in a vehicle maintenance facility. A LAT will also personally perform the most complex repairs and maintenance on all types of motor vehicles used in the postal fleet. Starting salary: $31.28 per hour.

Maintenance Mechanic (MM) – An MM performs maintenance and routine repairs such as plumbing, heating, refrigeration and air conditioning. An MM will independently perform preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance tasks associated with the upkeep and operation of various types of mail processing, buildings and building equipment, customer service and delivery equipment. Starting salary: $25.28 per hour.

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) - An RCA serves families and businesses in rural and suburban areas. An RCA is responsible for the delivery and collection of mail, and may sell stamps, supplies, and money orders. The successful applicant must have a valid state driver's license and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. Becoming a RCA could be the first step to becoming a full-time, regular rural carrier with full benefits.
Starting salary: $20.38 per hour.

Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC)  An ARC delivers and collects packages in rural areas and provides a variety of services to customers along an assigned route. The successful applicant may be required to provide their own vehicle for transportation. An ARC may opt to provide service to the community on weekends and holidays or up to seven days each week; whichever suits their lifestyle. If you enjoy working outdoors, while keeping your week free, this may be a great fit for you. Starting salary: $20.38 per hour.

City Carrier Assistant (CCA) – A CCA delivers mail and packages on a varied schedule that may include weekends and holidays. The position requires a valid state driver’s license, safe driving record, and experience with a passenger car or larger. The position may lead to career employment. Starting salary: $19.33 per hour.

A postal job offers employees the ability to work where they live, competitive pay, stability, lifelong benefits and career advancement opportunities throughout the entire agency. 

Those unable to attend the job fair may apply at www.usps.com/careers.

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