Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Check Availability

Postal service; Columbus (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

United States Postal Service seeks Assist*ant Rural Carriers to perform weekend and holiday deliveries on designated routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes outdoor work and dependable delivery service, with competitive hourly earnings and fringe benefits.

The position includes duties such as parcel handling, customer assistance on mail-related questions, and basic clerical support to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Weekend availability may be required.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes.
• Utilize your personal vehicle for deliveries as needed.
• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Perform clerical and mail-handling tasks to support daily USPS operations.

Skills

Weekend availability

Outdoor work

Driving

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.

62 per hour

• 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: 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