Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Competitive Pay

Postal jobs center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

United States Postal Service is recruiting for Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work, outdoor duties, and reliable delivery service for the community.

Positions are nationwide with competitive starting pay and federal benefits; training and assessments apply, and successful applicants progress through USPS hiring steps.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to sort and label mail accurately.
• Clerical tasks and basic data entry.
• Willingness to work outdoors and on weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Address mail-related questions and service issues from customers.
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately.
• Perform administrative support tasks to aid daily USPS operations.
• Assist with services such as mail forwarding, package holds, and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical tasks

Outdoor work

Schedule flexibility

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

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.