Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Check Availability

Postal hiring center; Kansas; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is hiring for Assistant Rural Carriers across the United States. The role involves delivering and collecting packages on designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle.

This position emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service, offering an outdoor, reliable delivery experience. Responsibilities include assisting customers with mail-related questions, handling mail, and performing clerical duties to support daily USPS operations

Qualifications

• Customer service experience or ability to assist customers with mail-related questions

Responsibilities

• Answer customer mail-related questions and service issues
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail
• Perform administrative support tasks for USPS operations
• Assist with services such as mail forwarding, package holds, and change-of-address requests

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical duties

Outdoor work

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