Mail Processing Equipment Maintenance Mechanics (MPEMMs) perform complex maintenance on mail processing equipment, building equipment, and building systems.
There are two categories of MPEMM Mechanic positions as listed below. Applicants for both categories must take Postal exam 955. Depending upon local needs, you may find job postings for both categories nationwide. Details on wages, benefits, and hours are provided in individual job postings.
Mail Processing Equipment Maintenance Mechanic (MPEMM) is a full-time career position that comes with the famous complete Postal benefits package.
PSE Mail Processing Equipment Maintenance Mechanic (PSE MPEMM) is an entry level job that can lead a to career position. (PSE stands for Postal Support Employee). When a career MPEMM position opens up, if there are PSE MPEMMs employed at that particular facility, the career position is offered to the senior PSE MPEMM. If there are no PSE MPEMMs employed at that facility, the Postmaster posts an open job listing for a career MPEMM position. PSE employees are typically hired for 360 day terms and can be reappointed for additional 360 day terms. PSE jobs may come with partial benefits either immediately or after the first 360 day term.