January 27, 2025
Immediate Openings Available with Generous Pay and Benefits
AUSTIN, TX – USPS Austin has immediate hiring opportunities for a variety of positions that may be perfect for you. 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. With a starting salary range of $20.38 – 31.28 per hour, available positions include Rural Carrier Associate (RCA), Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC), Lead Automotive Technician (LAT) and Maintenance Mechanic (MM).
To assist potential applicants, Postal officials are participating in a Multi-Industry Job Fair on Wednesday, January 29, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., to answer questions about employment opportunities and to assist with the application process.
Workforce Solutions Capital Area North
9001 N Interstate Highway 35, Unit 110
Austin TX 78753
Position Descriptions:
Lead Automotive Technician (LAT) – A LAT will serve 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) – A maintenance mechanic performs preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance tasks associated with the upkeep and operation of various types of equipment. Duties include performing maintenance and routine repairs on simple control circuitry, bearings, chains, motors, belts and other parts of equipment, and install, replace or repair small operating 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, working when regular carriers have scheduled days off or vacation days. An RCA also sells stamps, supplies, and money orders. An applicant must have a valid state driver's license and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. A personal vehicle may be required. Becoming an 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 will deliver and collect packages along routes in rural areas and will provide a variety of services to customers along an assigned route. The successful applicant may be required to provide their own vehicle for transportation. As an ARC, you may opt to provide service to your community on weekends and holidays or up to seven days each week; whichever suits your 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.
Those unable to attend the job fair may apply at www.usps.com/careers.
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