Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Competitive Pay

Postal service; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Sick leave

Federal holidays

Job summary

The United States Postal Service is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using your own vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday duties and may include up to seven days of parcel service.

Responsibilities include customer support, mail handling, and clerical tasks to aid daily USPS operations, along with services like mail forwarding and change-of-address requests.

Qualifications

• Customer-facing role experience preferred.
• Ability to sort and label mail accurately.
• Comfort with administrative tasks to support daily USPS operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• 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, parcel holds, and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical work

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