Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Pocono Pines (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Postal Jobs Placement Service is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier for nationwide duties with USPS. The role focuses on delivering and collecting packages along rural routes, often using a personal vehicle, primarily on weekends and holidays.

It offers outdoor work and the chance to provide reliable delivery service across diverse communities. This position features a starting hourly pay rate and potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery, with benefits tied to federal coverage.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to work on weekends and holidays.
• Comfort working outdoors and on varied weather conditions.
• Delivery and pickup of packages on designated rural routes.

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

Skills

Customer service

Reliability

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