Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Check Availability

Postal Recruiters; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

Postal Recruiters is hiring for an Assistant Rural Carrier role associated with USPS, delivering and collecting packages on weekend and holiday routes, often using a personal vehicle. The job emphasizes outdoor work and reliable service on suburban and rural routes.

Starting pay rate is $0.47–$0.62 per hour with a benefits package including PTO, health coverage, retirement options, and life insurance. This posting is a third-party resource to aid applicants for USPS hiring steps.

Qualifications

• Deliver and collect packages on designated rural and suburban routes.
• Occasional weekend and holiday work.
• Must be capable of outdoor delivery in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers by addressing mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately.
• Perform clerical tasks to support daily USPS operations.
• Assist with services such as mail forwarding 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

Disclaimer

This is not a job offer from the United States Postal Service (USPS). This post promotes a third-party resource that helps applicants prepare for USPS job applications. USPS does not charge to apply. This role requires applicants to pass an assessment and successfully complete the multi-step hiring process.