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Maintenance Mechanic Exam - 933
Position: Maintenance Mechanic

Performs semiskilled preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance tasks associated with the upkeep and operation of various types of mail processing, buildings, and building equipment, customer service and delivery equipment.

Maintenance positions require highly skilled and experienced individuals. We provide on-the-job and on-site training, and continuous training at the National Center for Employee Development (NCED) in Norman, OK.

Job Requirements
  • Jobs may require irregular hours.
  • Positions require prolonged standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching and stooping.
  • Employees must lift heavy objects on level surfaces, on ladders, and/or on stairways.
  • For positions requiring driving, applicants must have a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record.
  • Applicants may be required to qualify on industrial powered lifting equipment.

Qualified applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening to meet the U. S. Postal Service's Employment Requirements. Applicants must also be a U. S. citizen or have lawful permanent resident alien status.

How to Apply
  1. Applicants must apply for a Exam 933 before they will be considered for employment.
  2. Applicants can apply for an announced exam online or by phone.
    • Online - Click "Exam Openings" below and search for opportunities by State.
    • By Phone - Call 1-478-757-3199 (TTY 1-800-800-8776) and follow the prompts. (You must have an announcement number to apply by phone)
  3. After you have applied; you will be sent a package that includes the exam date, time and location, along with materials to help you prepare.
  4. Take the exam; you must receive a passing score of 70 on the written examination to receive further employment consideration.
  5. After passing the exam, you will be required to complete, within a specific timeframe, a supplemental application describing your knowledge, skills and abilities.
  6. If you are determined to be qualified, you will continue the process for employment consideration.
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