Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Check Availability

Postal jobs center; Hayden (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance options

Job summary

USPS is hiring Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work, outdoor duties, and reliable delivery service across nationwide vacancies.

Starting pay and benefits are outlined, including time off, health coverage, and retirement options. Primary responsibilities include assisting customers, sorting mail, clerical tasks, and supporting mail forwarding and address

Qualifications

• Must have basic communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to perform mail handling and clerical tasks.
• Open to weekend/ holiday work with reliable attendance.

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

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

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)

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