Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

The United States Postal Service is hiring Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. This role emphasizes weekend and holiday work, outdoor duties, and reliable, punctual service to communities.

Starting pay ranges hourly, with comprehensive federal benefits and retirement options. Vacancies are nationwide, with opportunities to contribute to safe, accurate mail handling and customer service in various neighborhoods.

Qualifications

• Ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Comfort delivering by personal vehicle if required.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow delivery procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect mail on designated rural routes.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately and efficiently.
• Perform clerical support tasks to aid daily USPS operations.
• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.

Skills

Customer service

Delivery driving

Weekend/holiday availability

Attention to detail

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