Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier On-call Relief

Canada Post / Postes Canada; Smithville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A major postal service provider is seeking an On Call Relief Mail Carrier in Smithville, Ontario. This position requires dependability and the ability to work independently while operating a motor vehicle under varying conditions. Responsibilities include sorting and delivering mail safely and efficiently, ensuring knowledge of local routes, and maintaining a safe driving record. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and the required auto insurance. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Possess a valid provincial driver’s license - class 5 or G.
• Maintain required automobile liability insurance.
• Provide a current driver’s abstract dated within the last 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Sort, collect, and deliver mail items in a safe manner.
• Acquire knowledge of local delivery routes.
• Ensure mail safety and process CPC products.
• Wear Canada Post identification visibly.

Skills

Safe driving record

Knowledge of local infrastructure

Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs

Experience driving in various weather

Job description

Job Requisition Id: 197738

Business Function: Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers

Primary City: Smithville

Province: Ontario

Employment Type: On Call Relief

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

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Closing Date (YYYY-MM-DD): 2026-02-10

Overview

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.

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
• 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

Qualifications

• 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

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. Learn more about the values and behaviours by visiting the Canada Post website.