Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance options

Job summary

USPS Assistant Rural Carrier role involves delivering and collecting packages on designated suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The job is largely weekend- and holiday-focused, with potential for up to seven delivery days and outdoor work.

Starting pay rate ranges by hour, and average annual compensation is up to $72,400 including federal benefits. Benefits include PTO, health coverage, retirement plans, and life insurance options.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work on weekends and holidays.
• Ability to use a personal vehicle for deliveries.
• Comfort working outdoors delivering and collecting packages.

Responsibilities

• Customer assistance: address mail questions and service issues from customers.
• Mail handling: sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
• Clerical work: provide administrative support to USPS operations.
• Service support: assist with mail forwarding, package holds, and change-of-address requests.

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