Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Competitive Pay

Postal Recruiters; Illinois; On-site; USD 9,600 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking assistants to rural carriers for weekend and holiday routes. This role involves delivering and collecting parcels, often with a personal vehicle, in suburban and rural areas.

It emphasizes outdoor work and reliable service, with a multi-day delivery potential. Responsibilities include helping customers, handling mail, and providing clerical support to daily operations, along with services like mail forwarding and address changes.

Qualifications

• Experience with outdoor duties and driving in suburban/rural settings.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage time and routes efficiently.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Outdoor work

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

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.