Maple Valley, Washington’s newest postmaster, Kevin Kleidon joined the Postal Service as a carrier in Fall City in 2016 where he says, “It’s what made me fall in love with the Postal Service.”

During his tenure as a postal employee, Kleidon has served in many roles including as a carrier and the safety captain in Carnation, supervisor of customer services in North Bend, and an officer in charge in Duvall.

Three years ago the Postal Service implemented the “Delivering for America” (DFA) 10-year plan to achieve financial sustainability and service excellence. Kleidon says it’s “wonderful” to see the reinvestments in postal facilities, new growth in hiring, better wages and opportunities as part of the 10-year plan.

Kleidon contributes to the DFA plan through his hard work and accountability to his job, “I’m delivering for America by truly showing how I love working for the Post Office and making it succeed. I want customers to know I care about them and the sanctity of the mail. Maple Valley Post Office is here to serve the community, its customers and stand out as a wonderful office to visit and trust with their postal needs.”

He held a few jobs, including being self-employed, prior to joining the Postal Service but says he wanted something more meaningful in his career choice, “I wanted something more stable and something I could be proud of. I found that in the Postal Service.”

“Becoming the postmaster of Maple Valley has been my greatest honor. I care about the people I serve. I’m grateful to run an office where I can demonstrate great customer service, engage with our community, and help answer questions our customers have.”

Family support is key and Kleidon appreciates the encouragement from his parents, a brother who lives in Norway, and his adult daughter.

In his spare time he enjoys fishing, kayaking, and skiing.

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