Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier, On-call Relief

Canada Post / Postes Canada; Knowlton; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Canada Post is seeking an on-call relief Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier to deliver mail across Knowlton and surrounding Sutton areas. This temporary, on-call role involves independent work, adherence to safety standards and meeting delivery targets in all weather conditions.

You will handle CPC products and services, wear official ID, and may be eligible for future permanent roles. A valid driver’s license and strong local knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate a vehicle in all weather and traffic conditions.
• Have a valid permanent provincial driver’s license - class 5 or G.
• Able to lift and carry items up to 50 lb (22.7 kg).
• Excellent local knowledge of Knowlton and Sutton areas.
• Must pass interview.

Responsibilities

• Sort, collect and deliver mail items safely and on time.
• Acquire and maintain knowledge of local roads, customers and delivery receptacles.
• Ensure mail is securely in possession.
• Process CPC products and services (Change of Address, Damaged Mail, IDB and others).
• Wear Canada Post identification while delivering and ensure visibility.
• Lift and carry items up to 50 lb/22.7 kg; operate a vehicle in all kinds of weather and traffic conditions.

Skills

Safe driving

Delivery experience

Independent worker

Weather ready

Job description

Job Requisition Id: 198659

Business Function: Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers

Primary City: Knowlton

Other Location(s): Sutton

Province: Quebec

Employment Type: On Call Relief

Employment Status: Temporary

Language Requirement: French Essential

Number of Vacancies: 1

Recruiter’s name: GHIZLANE BAKKOU

Position Reports To: BERNARD COTE

Area of Competition: All qualified RSMC, and PRE and qualified OCRE (OCRE must be employed within 75km of this postal installation). Other Canada Post employees may apply for RSMC job opportunities that are advertised on the www.canadapost.ca/careers external website.

Posting Date (YYYY-MM-DD): 2026/08/21

Closing Date (YYYY-MM-DD): 2026/09/30

Job Description

Imagine that you could make the open road your office. As an on-call relief Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier with Canada Post, you can. We’re recruiting for dependable, organized individuals to deliver mail on an on-call basis to various communities.

If you enjoy working independently, as well as operating a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather and traffic conditions, then you’re ready to embark on a rewarding career and call the open road your office.

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 and discover your career potential, as you may be eligible to apply for any upcoming permanent Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier positions.

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

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

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.