EasyCareers Job Posting: Part-Time Job in West Des Moines – USPS Lead Automotive at United States Postal Service. This is a Part Time role in West Des Moines, IA. Salary: $24 - $31.

Part-Time Job in West Des Moines – USPS Lead Automotive

Posted on June 11, 2026

West Des Moines, IA Part Time $24 - $31

Part-Time Role Based in West Des Moines

At a Glance

  • Position: USPS Lead Automotive Technician - Fleet Maintenance (Part-Time, based in West Des Moines)
  • Company: United States Postal Service
  • Worksite: West Des Moines, IA
  • This part-time role in West Des Moines is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
  • Our United States Postal Service part-time team in West Des Moines, IA is growing.
  • Benefit from working part-time in West Des Moines, a key hub for the Automotive Maintenance industry.

Pay & Perks

  • Pay: $24-$31/Hour (approx. $33.7k/Year)
  • Benefits: A competitive part-time compensation package.
  • Excellent work-life balance for part-time staff in West Des Moines.

What You'll Do

  • Core objectives involve your professional skills in a part-time capacity in Automotive Maintenance.


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.