Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier, On-call Relief

Canada Post / Postes Canada; Zurich; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Canada Post is seeking dependable and organized individuals for on-call mail delivery in Zurich. This temporary role offers the chance to grow within the organization, with responsibilities including sorting and delivering mail, ensuring safety and security of items, and maintaining knowledge of local routes. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and meet vehicle requirements.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Experience in making deliveries and operating a vehicle in various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Sort, collect, and deliver mail items safely and timely.
• Process various CPC products and services.
• Lift and carry items up to 50 lb/22.7 kg.

Skills

Dependability

Organization

Knowledge of local infrastructure

Tools

Driver’s License - Class 5 or G

Job description

Job Requisition Id: 185949

Business Function: Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers

Primary City: Zurich

Other Location(s):

Province: Ontario

Employment Type: Temporary - New

Employment Status: Temporary

Language Requirement: English Essential

Area of Competition: Applicants residing within 75 km from the Post Office in which this job is located are preferred

Job Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 5/22/2025

Job Description

We’re recruiting for dependable, organized individuals to deliver mail on an on-call basis to various communities.

As an on-call relief employee with Canada Post, you’ll be working with an organization focused on growth and innovation, and recognized as one of Canada’s top employers and best corporate citizens.

Along with receiving a competitive salary, you will have the opportunity to grow with us, as you may be eligible to apply for any upcoming permanent Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier positions.

Other Information

Mandatory Vehicle Requirements

• Have a satisfactory safe driving record
• Possess a valid permanent provincial driver’s license - class 5 or G.
• A minimum cargo capacity of 50 cu ft (1415 liters)
• Automatic Transmission
• Power windows;
• A metal roof-top and accessory power outlet to accommodate a Canada Post sign and flashing light;
• The middle of passenger window sill that is between 38” and 45” from the ground and maximum interior width of 56”;
• Fifth door / hatchback to allow for oversized and bulky items to be loaded; (Preferred)
• Provide and maintain the required automobile liability insurance for the use of your vehicle
• Notify your insurance company as to the use of your vehicle while employed at Canada Post
• Have a satisfactory safe driving record
• Possess a valid permanent provincial driver’s license - class 5 or G.

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Note: In order to be considered you will need to:

• Pass an interview.

Please be aware that if selected you will be required to provide the following documents:

• Your resume
• A current driver’s abstract that is dated within the last 30 days

Job Responsibilities

• Be adept at sorting, collecting and delivering mail items, in a safe and timely manner
• Acquire and maintain knowledge of local infrastructure including roads, customers and delivery receptacles
• Ensure mail is safely secured in their possession

Job Responsibilities (continued)

• Process various CPC products and services (Change of Address Notification, Damaged Mail, Items Delivered Bill (IDB) and others)
• Wear Canada Post identification while on delivery and ensure its visibility while delivering and collecting mail from customers
• Lift and carry items up to 50 lb/22.7 kg
• Have experience in making deliveries and operating a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather and traffic conditions

Canada Post’s values and behaviours

Our Values - Trust, Respect and Deliver represent our fundamental promise to ourselves, our expectations of one and another and our shared duty to our country.

Our behaviours – Make the call, Know the destination, Deliver for others, Ignite our pride; embody our values, bringing them to life and guiding our actions.

We’re committed to living these values and practicing these behaviours every day. Learn more about the values and behaviours by visiting the Canada Post website.