Post Office Assistant - Term

Canada Post; Grandes-Piles; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national postal service is seeking an on-call Post Office Assistant in Grandes-Piles, Quebec. The role demands customer service skills and the ability to manage postal operations efficiently. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in retail or service environments. Responsibilities include selling postal products, sorting mail, and addressing customer inquiries. This position requires physical capability and flexibility for temporary work, with a salary of $20.54 per hour.

Qualifications

• Education requirement of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in retail or service environments, including sales transactions.
• Ability to lift and manage mail containers up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Sell postal products and services.
• Sort and distribute mail effectively.
• Provide information and assistance to customers.
• Resolve delivery and service issues promptly.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Sales experience

Flexibility

Physical fitness

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Job Requisition Id: 178425
Business Function: Retail
Primary City: Grandes-Piles
Other Locations: Hérouxville, Lac-à-la-Tortue, Saint-Jean-des-Piles, Saint-Roch-de-Mékinac
Province: Quebec
Employment Type: On Call
Employment Status: Temporary
Language Requirement: French Essential
Employee Class/Level: RVSGD11 - Level 1
Working Hours: ON CALL
Number of Vacancies: [[numberOpenings]]
Salary: 20.54$ per hour

All qualified candidates will be considered; preference will be given to Indigenous people (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) or persons with a disability. This is a special measure employment equity initiative and candidates from these groups who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self‑identify.

Job Description

We are currently seeking an on‑call Post Office Assistant who will use a customer‑focused approach when providing counter services to customers. This role is suitable for individuals who have ambition, talent, and drive.

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 services 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 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

REGIONS & POST OFFICIES:

• Saint-Jean-des-Piles

Note: The ideal candidate should reside in the community. Applicants within a 50 km radius of the Post Office may be considered as needed.

As part of the selection process, selected candidates will be required to complete a security screening process.

Safety Sensitive Positions

This position may be considered a Safety Sensitive position and has additional requirements under Canada Post's Substance Use Policy.

Accommodation

Canada Post is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are contacted about a job opportunity, please advise if any restrictions need to be accommodated. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Important Message

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as Canada Post cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Employment Equity

Canada Post will represent Canada’s diversity and provide a safe and welcoming workplace that embraces and celebrates our differences. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from women, Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities.