Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Dupuyer (MT); 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 nationwide to deliver and collect parcels on suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes outdoor work with weekend and holiday shifts.

Starting pay is $23.47–$38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. The position includes comprehensive health coverage, retirement options, life insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Deliver and collect parcels on designated suburban and rural routes.
• Work weekends and holidays; potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery.

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