Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Bronston (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

United States Postal Service is hiring for Assistant Rural Carriers who primarily work on weekends and holidays, delivering and collecting parcels along designated routes using a personal vehicle. The role offers outdoor work and a path to reliable delivery service with federal benefits.

Starting pay is $23.47–$38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. Perks include paid time off, comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and life insurance

Qualifications

• Weekend and holiday work expected.
• Outdoor work as needed.
• Ability to perform mail-related tasks accurately.

Responsibilities

• Customer assistance: address mail-related questions and service issues.
• Mail handling: sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately.
• Clerical work: perform administrative support tasks to aid daily USPS operations.
• Service support: assist with services like mail forwarding, parcel holds, 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