Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Ashby (MA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance options

Job summary

United States Postal Service is hiring Assistants Rural Carriers to perform weekend and holiday parcel delivery across designated routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes outdoor work and reliable service, with potential for up to seven delivery days per period.

Starting pay ranges hourly, with an average annual compensation up to the figure cited, and comprehensive federal benefits. Duties include customer assistance, mail handling, clerical support, and service-related tasks

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service preferred.
• Ability to sort, label and distribute mail accurately.
• Comfort working outdoors, weekends and holidays.
• Strong clerical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail efficiently.
• Provide clerical support for daily USPS operations.
• Assist with services like mail forwarding and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical tasks

Service support

Job description

Role Overview

USPS is accepting applications for Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. In this role, you deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle. The position primarily involves working on weekends and holidays, with the potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service. It is an excellent opportunity for those who enjoy working outdoors and providing reliable delivery service.

Position Details

• Vacancies : Nationwide
• Starting Pay Rate : $23.47 – $38.62 per hour
• Average Annual Compensation : Up to $72,400 (includes full federal benefits)

Perks and Benefits

• Paid Time Off : Vacation days, sick leave, and federal holidays
• Comprehensive Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Plan : Secure your future with USPS’s pension and retirement options
• Life Insurance Options : Multiple plans to provide peace of mind for you and your family

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Assistance : Address mail-related questions and service issues from customers
• Mail Handling : Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately and efficiently
• Clerical Work : Perform administrative support tasks to aid daily USPS operations
• Service Support : Assist with services such as mail forwarding, package holds, and change-of-address requests