Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Competitive Pay

Confidential; Lorimor (IA); On-site; USD 11,021,000 - 19,286,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages on designated routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work, outdoor duties, and reliable delivery service. Nationwide vacancies may include shift patterns and varying parcel delivery expectations.

Ideal candidates enjoy working outdoors and providing dependable service, with opportunities for seasonal or ongoing roles depending on location and need.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills required.
• Ability to handle mail and parcels with accuracy.
• Attention to detail in sorting and labeling mail.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

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