Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Check Availability

Postal jobs center; Eureka (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking assistants for Rural Carrier roles across Kansas. You will deliver and collect parcels on weekends and holidays, often using your own vehicle, supporting rural routes and outdoor work.

The position emphasizes reliability, customer service, and adherence to route schedules. Responsibilities include assisting customers, handling mail, and performing light clerical tasks to support daily USPS operations.

Qualifications

• Weekend and holiday work required.
• Ability to deliver and collect packages along designated routes.
• Customer service oriented and reliable delivery person.

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.

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: .47 - .62 per hour
• Average Annual Compensation: Up to ,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

How Our Program Helps

Our program equips you with the tools to secure this position, even if you lack prior experience. For a one-time access fee of , you will gain access to tools, resources, and unlimited practice assessments.

• An exclusive, step-by-step guide to the USPS hiring process
• Simulated practice exams with detailed answer explanations
• A webinar covering interview tips to help you succeed
• A job finder tool to locate USPS roles within KS or within a 25-mile radius
• Personalized support via email and chat