Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Talmo (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes. Roles often require using your personal vehicle and working weekends and holidays.

This frontline position offers outdoor work with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service, comprehensive federal benefits, and opportunities to serve communities nationwide. Average annual compensation is up to $72,400 and includes full federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting customers and resolving service questions.
• Ability to manage time and organize tasks in a route-based role.
• Willingness to work weekends/holidays and on outdoor assignments.

Responsibilities

• Customer assistance: address mail-related questions and service issues from customers.
• Mail handling: sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately.
• Clerical work: perform administrative support tasks to aid daily USPS operations.
• Service support: assist with services such as mail forwarding and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Organizational skills

Tools

Mail sorting equipment

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