Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Tolono (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking assistants for Rural Carrier roles nationwide. In this position you will deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle. Most work occurs on weekends and holidays with potential for up to seven delivery days.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. Full health coverage, retirement options, and paid time off are provided.

Qualifications

• Weekend/holiday work availability
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Customer service oriented
• Able to perform clerical tasks and mail handling

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately
• Perform administrative support tasks for USPS operations
• Support 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