Post Office Assistant - Term

Canada Post; Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A postal service provider is seeking an on-call Post Office Assistant in Îles-de-la-Madeleine, QC. The role focuses on selling postal products and services, sorting and distributing mail, and providing customer information. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in customer service or sales. Physical fitness to lift mail and flexibility for temporary work are essential. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment with a commitment to community engagement and diversity.

Qualifications

• Experience in business administration preferred.
• Training in retail or customer service setting needed.
• Ability to handle cash transactions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Sell postal products and services to customers.
• Sort, distribute and process mail accurately.
• Provide information and address customer issues.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Retail service

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Îles-de-la-Madeleine, QC, CA

Employment Type: On Call

Employment Status: Term

Language Requirement: French Essential

Job Description

If you have ambition, talent and drive, consider a fast-moving career with Canada Post. We are currently seeking an on‑call Post Office Assistant who will use a customer‑focused approach when providing counter services to customers.

Note: The ideal candidate should reside in the community. Applicants outside the community in which the Post Office is located may be considered as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Sell postal products and service to the business community and public
• Sort, distribute and process mail into appropriate classifications
• Provide customers with information and forms
• Address delivery and service difficulties to resolve problems thoroughly and quickly

Qualifications

• High school or provincial equivalency and/or experience in business administration
• Training and/or experience interacting with the public in a retail and/or service environment, including sales and cash transactions
• Understanding of general or post office accounting systems
• Physically fit to lift mail containers of up to 50 lb, push or pull boxes, sort mail and stand for extended periods of time
• Flexibility to be available for temporary, on‑call work

Other Information

This job posting will be used to fill many Post Office Assistant – Term positions for the region of Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine and its surroundings, including the following Post offices: Entry Island, Bassin, Fatima.

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