Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Check Availability

Postal jobs center; Stout (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along designated routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role is weekend- and holiday-focused with potential for up to seven delivery days, ideal for those who enjoy outdoor work and reliable service.

Starting pay rate is $0.47–$0.62 per hour with comprehensive federal benefits and opportunities for weekend shifts. Nationwide vacancies and steady clerical support tasks complement field duties.

Qualifications

• Experience handling mail and customer inquiries.
• Ability to sort and label mail accurately.
• Strong clerical and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
• Provide clerical support to USPS operations.
• Help with services such as mail forwarding and address changes.

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical skills

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