Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Cusick (WA); 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 in WA state seeks an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect parcels on designated rural routes, often with a personal vehicle. Role emphasizes weekend/holiday work and outdoor activity, with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. Comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and PTO are part of the package.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training provided for USPS duties.
• Ability to perform weekend and holiday shifts.
• Comfort with outdoor work and delivering mail and packages.

Responsibilities

• Customer Assistance: Address mail-related questions and service issues from customers
• Mail Handling: Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail
• Clerical Work: Perform administrative support tasks for USPS operations
• Service Support: Assist with mail forwarding, holds, and address changes

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Administrative tasks

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

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