Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Steamboat Rock (IA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

The USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide to deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role heavily emphasizes weekend and holiday work, with outdoor duties and a focus on dependable delivery service.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour with an average annual compensation of up to $72,400, including full federal benefits. Benefits include paid time off, comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and life

Qualifications

• Deliver and collect packages on suburban and rural routes, often using personal vehicle.
• Role primarily involves weekend and holiday work.
• Outdoor work and reliable delivery service focus.

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

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