Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Placement; Pawnee (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers for weekend and holiday delivery on designated suburban and rural routes. In this role, you will deliver and collect packages, often using your personal vehicle, and work outdoors to provide reliable service.

This position offers weekend/holiday work with potential for up to seven delivery days, and includes federal benefits. Prior delivery experience is helpful, and strong customer service is valued.

Qualifications

• Availability to work on weekends and holidays (weekend/holiday shifts)
• Ability to deliver and collect packages on rural/suburban routes using own vehicle
• Outdoors work comfort and reliability in service delivery

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect packages along designated routes
• Handle mail and parcels with accuracy
• Provide customer assistance for mail-related questions and service issues
• Assist with services such as mail forwarding and address changes

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