Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Ponemah (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS in the United States is hiring Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. This role emphasizes weekend and holiday work and outdoor service, with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery.

Starting pay ranges hourly, with additional federal benefits and a path to retirement. Responsibilities include assisting customers, sorting and distributing mail, and performing basic clerical tasks to support daily

Qualifications

• Weekend and holiday work required.
• Ability to work outdoors and on various rural routes.
• Must be able to deliver and collect mail accurately

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail on designated routes.
• Perform basic clerical tasks to support daily USPS operations.
• Support services such as mail forwarding and address changes

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical work

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: 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