Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance options

Job summary

USPS in the United States is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The work centers on weekends and holidays, with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service, outdoors and dedicated to reliable delivery.

The role offers federal benefits and opportunities for growth within a nationwide operation, with pay aligned to hourly rates and federal employment standards.

Qualifications

• Responsibilities include customer assistance and addressing mail-related questions.
• Mail handling tasks: sorting, labeling, and distributing mail.
• Clerical support to aid daily USPS operations.
• Support services such as mail forwarding and change-of-address requests.

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 : 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