Post Office Assistant - Term

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

Job summary

A national postal service is looking for an on-call Post Office Assistant in Nain, NL. The ideal candidate will engage in customer service, selling postal products, and resolving delivery issues. Applicants should have a high school diploma and experience in a retail or service environment. Physical fitness and flexibility for temporary work hours are necessary. This role promotes equity in hiring and encourages diverse candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• Training and/or experience interacting with the public in a retail and/or service environment.
• Understanding of general or post office accounting systems.
• Physically fit to lift mail containers up to 50 lb.

Responsibilities

• Sell postal products and services to customers.
• Sort, distribute and process mail appropriately.
• Provide customers with information and resolve delivery issues.

Skills

Customer service skills

Flexibility

Sales experience

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or provincial equivalency

Job description

Location: Nain, NL, CA

Job Requisition Id: 189238

Business Function: Retail

Primary City: Nain

Other Location(s): Province: Newfoundland and Labrador

Employment Type: Temporary - New

Employment Status: Term

Language Requirement: English Essential

Employee Class and Level: RVSGD11 - Level 1

Working Hours: On call

Number of Vacancies: 1

Salary: $20.14

Job Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 12/31/2025

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

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

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 the Canada Post's Substance Use Policy.

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 Peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.

Accommodation

Canada Post is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you have any restrictions that 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.