Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

United States Postal Service is hiring Assistants for Rural Carrier roles nationwide. You will deliver and collect packages on designated routes, often using your own vehicle, with weekend and holiday work and potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery.

This is an outdoors-facing role offering reliable delivery service. Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with annual compensation up to approximately $72,400 including federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Customer service mindset to address mail-related questions and service issues.
• Ability to sort, label, and distribute mail accurately and efficiently.
• Willingness to perform clerical tasks and support daily USPS operations.
• Flexibility to work on weekends and holidays as required.

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

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