Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Coin (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is hiring Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect parcels on designated suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work, with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery.

Starting pay rate is $23.47–$38.62 per hour. Average annual compensation up to $72,400, including federal benefits. Benefits include paid time off, health coverage, retirement options, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering mail on rural routes preferred.
• Must be able to work on weekends and holidays.
• Ability to perform clerical tasks and handle mail accurately.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect mail on designated routes.
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Provide services such as mail forwarding and address changes.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Reliability

Outdoor work

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 : NationwideStarting Pay Rate : $23.47 – $38.62 per hourAverage 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