Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Check Availability

Postal service; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

United States Postal Service (USPS) is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated suburban and rural routes. The role often uses your personal vehicle and emphasizes weekend and holiday work, with potential for multi-day parcel delivery.

Outdoor, dependable delivery service is key, with opportunities to support customers directly and handle mail-related operations. Training and assessments are required to complete the multi-step hiring process.

Qualifications

• Weekend and holiday work availability required.
• Ability to pass assessment and complete multi-step hiring process.
• Must have access to personal vehicle for route delivery.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail.
• Perform clerical tasks to support daily USPS operations.
• Assist with services like mail forwarding, holds, and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical tasks

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.