Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Paw Paw (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is seeking assistants for Rural Carrier roles nationwide. You will deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes, often using your own vehicle, and work primarily on weekends and holidays.

This role offers outdoor work and opportunities to provide reliable delivery service with federal benefits included in compensation. Starting pay ranges hourly, with a strong annual earning potential up to the stated cap.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a personal vehicle for deliveries
• Weekend and holiday availability
• Willingness to work outdoors

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 : 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