Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Quimby (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

United States Postal Service is seeking Assistants Rural Carriers to deliver and collect parcels on designated suburban and rural routes, often using their own vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work and outdoor service reliability.

Starting hourly pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 and full federal benefits. Eligible candidates will provide dependable delivery service on a nationwide basis.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends and holidays.
• Access to a personal vehicle.
• Outdoor physical work and exposure to weather.

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

Mail handling

Clerical tasks

Route driving

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