Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Recruiters; Drew (MS); On-site; USD 49,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle. The role emphasizes working on weekends and holidays, with potential for additional parcel delivery days, and is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor work and reliable service.

This position focuses on customer assistance, accurate mail handling, and supportive clerical tasks within daily USPS operations, including service like mail forwarding and

Qualifications

• Provide courteous customer assistance and address mail-related inquiries.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail and packages accurately.
• Perform basic clerical tasks to support daily USPS operations.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail and packages.
• Perform clerical tasks to support daily USPS operations.
• Provide service support such as mail forwarding and hold requests.

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical tasks

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: 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