Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Whitewright (TX); 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

USPS is seeking assistants for Rural Carrier roles nationwide. Responsibilities include delivering and collecting packages on designated routes, often using a personal vehicle. The job focuses on weekend and holiday work with potential for multiple delivery days, ideal for those who enjoy outdoor work and reliable service.

Vacancies are nationwide with starting pay hourly and substantial benefits. Perks include paid time off, health coverage, retirement options, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is helpful.
• Mail handling and distribution skills preferred.
• Clerical tasks and administrative support capabilities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical tasks

Administrative support

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