Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Check Availability

Postal jobs center; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages on suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work and outdoor activity, with potential for up to seven delivery days.

The position offers a weekly rate of $62 per hour and customer-facing duties as a core responsibility. The job involves providing reliable, outdoor-focused delivery service, sorting/mail handling, and basic clerical support to ensure smooth USPS

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred
• Ability to work on weekend and holidays
• Comfortable working outdoors and on foot or in vehicle

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service needs
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately
• Provide clerical support to USPS operations

Skills

Customer service

Route delivery

Delivery operations

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

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

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