Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Westport (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

United States Postal Service is seeking Assistants Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages on weekend and holiday schedules across designated routes, often using a personal vehicle. This role offers outdoor work and USPS benefits, with nationwide vacancies and competitive hourly pay.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits; full professional duties on mail handling and clerical support are included.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or public-facing roles.
• Ability to sort, label, and distribute mail accurately.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
• Perform clerical tasks to support USPS operations.
• Support services such as mail forwarding, holds, and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical tasks

Job description

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