USPS is hiring mail carriers, mechanics and more in Sacramento area. How to apply
Looking for work? The U.S. Postal Service is hiring mail carriers, mechanics and more.
You can apply in person at a handful of USPS job fairs in Northern California in November.
“If you enjoy taking walks, breathing in fresh air, and serving your community, the Postal Service is a great place to work, with job security, career advancement opportunities and benefits,” the federal agency said in a Tuesday, Nov. 4, news release.
Here’s what to know:
When are USPS job fairs in Northern California? Where?
The U.S. Postal Service is planning a few in-person job fairs in Sacramento and the Bay Area in coming days. Here’s when and where:
- Friday, Nov. 7: Oakland Post Office, 1675 Seventh St. in Oakland. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Thursday, Nov. 13: Alameda Post Office, 2201 Shoreline Drive in Alameda. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Tuesday, Nov. 25: West Sacramento Post Office, 3755 Industrial Blvd. in West Sacramento. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Which jobs are available at US Postal Service?
“The Postal Service has an immediate need” for mail processing, delivery, transportation and maintenance roles, the agency said in the release.
The USPS said it’s looking to fill the following positions:
- Mail clerk
- Mail handler
- City mail carrier
- Rural mail carrier
- Tractor trailer operator
- Mechanic
- Laborer custodian
- Automotive technician
You can find available jobs and apply online on the Postal Service careers website.
What are requirements for USPS positions?
According to the Postal Service, all applicants must be 18 years or older with the ability to pass drug screenings and criminal background checks.
You must be a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident status.
“Some positions require an exam,” the Postal Service said.
If you’re applying for a job that requires driving, you’ll need a valid California driver’s license and a “clean” two-year driving history, according to USPS.
What benefits do postal workers get?
The Postal Service said it offers a “competitive compensation and benefits package” that includes regular salary increases, overtime pay and higher wages for night shifts and Sundays.
Postal workers can take advantage of federal health insurance plans with dental and vision coverage, as well as long-term care, life insurance and federal retirement benefits.
In addition, USPS employees get sick leave, up to 26 days of vacation per year and 11 annual paid holidays.
“Career development and training initiatives” are also available, the Postal Service said.
This story was originally published November 6, 2025 at 10:49 AM.
