USPS Lead Automotive Technician - Fleet Maintenance
Posted on April 17, 2026
Your Next Part-Time Step in Gilroy
Fast Facts
- Part-Time Salary: $28-$36/Hour (approx. $38.3k/Year)
- Benefits: Steady supplemental income with predictable weekly hours.
- Position: USPS Lead Automotive Technician - Fleet Maintenance (Part-Time, based in Gilroy)
- Great option for students, parents, or those seeking extra income.
- Hiring Organization: United States Postal Service
- This part-time position centers on your professional skills within the Automotive Maintenance space in Gilroy.
- Worksite: Gilroy, CA
- This part-time role in Gilroy is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our United States Postal Service part-time team in Gilroy, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working part-time in Gilroy, a key hub for the Automotive Maintenance industry.
Keep the Fleet Moving!
The USPS operates the largest civilian vehicle fleet in the world. None of the mail moves if the trucks don't run. We are seeking highly skilled Automotive Technicians to manage, diagnose, and repair our massive fleet of Long Life Vehicles (LLVs), ProMasters, and 2-Ton Step Vans.
Technical Duties:
- Perform complex computer diagnostics to troubleshoot engine, transmission, and electrical failures.
- Execute heavy line repairs, complete brake overhauls, and preventative maintenance.
- Utilize advanced welding and fabrication skills to repair aluminum bodies.
- Serve as a mentor and guide to junior Garagemen and mechanics in the Vehicle Maintenance Facility (VMF).
The Federal Advantage: Say goodbye to the unpredictable flat-rate "flag hours" of private dealerships! USPS mechanics earn a guaranteed, highly competitive hourly wage, plus the unbeatable federal retirement and health benefits package. Your tools stay secure, and your paychecks stay steady.