CareerWall Job Posting: West Des Moines Part-Time Job:USPS Lead Automotive at United States Postal Service. This is a Part Time role in West Des Moines, IA. Salary: $23 - $30.

West Des Moines Part-Time Job:USPS Lead Automotive

Posted on April 08, 2026

West Des Moines, IA Part Time $23 - $30

Part-Time Opportunity in West Des Moines, IA

Role Essentials

  • Hiring Organization: United States Postal Service
  • Position: USPS Lead Automotive Technician - Fleet Maintenance (Part-Time, based in West Des Moines)
  • Based in: West Des Moines, IA (a key business district)
  • 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.

What You Get

  • Pay: $23-$30/Hour (approx. $32.5k/Year)
  • Benefits: Steady supplemental income with predictable weekly hours.
  • Stable part-time work with a friendly West Des Moines team and clear expectations.

Day-to-Day

  • Apply your your professional skills skills in a flexible part-time role at our West Des Moines location.


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.