Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Check Availability

Postal jobs center; Oxford (IN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Job summary

USPS is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect parcels along designated suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven delivery days, outdoors-focused service, and reliable customer interactions.

Compensation is around $62 per hour, with benefits including paid time off, comprehensive health coverage, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering and collecting parcels on suburban and rural routes.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work outdoors and provide reliable service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect parcels on designated routes.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately.
• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.

Skills

Delivery experience

Customer service

Outdoor work

Time management

Tools

GPS navigation

Personal vehicle

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

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

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