CareerWall Job Posting: Part-Time Job Palatine at United States Postal Service | Part at United States Postal Service. This is a Part Time role in Palatine, IL. Salary: $30 - $38.

Part-Time Job Palatine at United States Postal Service | Part

Posted on April 08, 2026

Palatine, IL Part Time $30 - $38

Part-Time Job Highlights – Palatine

Key Part-Time Information

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

What You Get

  • Compensation (Part-Time): $30-$38/Hour (approx. $41.3k/Year)
  • Benefits: Flexible scheduling to fit your personal or study commitments.
  • A supportive local team and part-time friendly culture in Palatine.

Core Focus

  • This part-time position centers on your professional skills within the Automotive Maintenance space in Palatine.


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.