Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Check Availability

Postal hiring center; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 1,347,000 - 1,791,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking assistants for Rural Carrier roles. The position involves delivering and collecting packages on designated suburban and rural routes, often using your own vehicle. Weekends and holidays are common, with potential for up to seven delivery days.

Enthusiasts of outdoor work and reliable service will thrive in this role. Starting pay is hourly and compensation includes federal benefits. Primary duties include assisting customers, handling mail, performing clerical tasks, and

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

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 : NationwideStarting Pay Rate : .47 – .62 per hourAverage Annual Compensation : Up to ,400 (includes full federal benefits)

Perks and Benefits

Paid Time Off : Vacation days, sick leave, and federal holidaysComprehensive Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision plansRetirement Plan : Secure your future with USPS’s pension and retirement optionsLife 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 customersMail Handling : Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately and efficientlyClerical Work : Perform administrative support tasks to aid daily USPS operationsService Support : Assist with services such as mail forwarding, package holds, and change-of-address requests