Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Competitive Pay

Postal jobs center; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full 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 across the United States, including Lewiston, Idaho. The role involves delivering and collecting parcels along rural routes, often using your own vehicle, with weekend and holiday work common.

This position emphasizes outdoor service, customer interactions, and clerical support to help manage mail flow and address requests. Benefits include federal coverage and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused role requiring good communication skills.
• Ability to perform mail handling and basic clerical tasks.
• Willingness to work on weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Customer assistance: address mail-related questions and service issues.
• Mail handling: sort, label, and distribute mail accurately.
• Clerical work: support daily USPS operations.
• Service support: assist with mail forwarding, holds, and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical work

Service support

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