United States Postal Service - Lead Automotive Technician

City of Baltimore, Mayor's Office of Employment Development

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Baltimore, MD Until 9/21/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

Lead Automotive Technician

In this role you will serve as a leader for lower-level technicians and mechanics in a vehicle maintenance facility. You will also personally perform the most complex repairs and maintenance on all types of motor vehicles used in the postal fleet.

Job duties include:

  • Provide technical guidance and instructions to mechanics and technicians on more difficult repairs
  • Conduct vehicle inspections, determine necessary repairs, and assign and schedule work for individual employees
  • Diagnose vehicles and perform operational checks on engines, major supporting systems, parts and components
  • Perform various computerized and electronic diagnostic tests using specialized equipment

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 2 years professional automotive mechanic experience

• Valid State Driver's License

• High School Diploma/GED

• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair USPS fleet vehicles

• Perform preventive maintenance and major repairs

• Use computerized diagnostic equipment

• Repair engines, brakes, steering, suspension, transmissions and electrical systems

• Lead and provide technical guidance to other technicians

• Maintain repair records and follow all safety procedures

• Willing to complete a hands-on automotive skills assessment

• Willing to complete the USPS Federal online application

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About this role

Summary

Lead vehicle mechanics, diagnose repairs, perform maintenance, guide technicians, and ensure safety procedures.

Job title

Lead Automotive Technician

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

transportation

Location requirements

Baltimore, MD; on-site work only

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

diagnosetroubleshootrepairuse computerized diagnostic equipmentleadmaintenancesafety procedures

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

automotivediagnosticsrepairmaintenance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Baltimore, MD, USA

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