Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

USPS is hiring for Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated routes. Many shifts occur on weekends and holidays, sometimes requiring use of a personal vehicle.

The role offers outdoor work and reliable service to customers nationwide in the United States. Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with an average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work on weekends and holidays.
• Comfort delivering using a personal vehicle when required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in mail processing.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical tasks

Service support

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 : NationwideStarting Pay Rate : $23.47 – $38.62 per hourAverage Annual Compensation : Up to $72,400 (includes full federal benefits)

Perks and Benefits

Paid Time Off : Vacation days, sick leave, and federal holidaysComprehensive Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision plansRetirement Plan : Secure your future with USPS’s pension and retirement optionsLife 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 customersMail Handling : Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately and efficientlyClerical Work : Perform administrative support tasks to aid daily USPS operationsService Support : Assist with services such as mail forwarding, package holds, and change-of-address requests