Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Farmington (IA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; Part 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 on designated suburban and rural routes. The role often uses a personal vehicle and weekends/holidays are common. It offers outdoor work and reliable service to customers nationwide.

Starting pay ranges hourly, with potential earnings up to a competitive annual figure including federal benefits. This position emphasizes customer assistance, mail handling, and clerical tasks to support daily operations.

Qualifications

• Availability to work weekends and holidays.
• Outdoor work readiness.
• Ability to perform clerical tasks and handle mail-related inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately.
• Perform administrative support tasks for USPS operations.
• Assist with services such as mail forwarding, holds, and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Time management

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