Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Competitive Pay

Postal Recruiters; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; 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 to deliver and collect packages on designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work, with opportunities to serve customers outdoors and provide reliable delivery service.

Compensation details vary by route, and benefits include health coverage, retirement options, and paid time off. This position involves customer contact, mail handling, and clerical duties to support daily USPS operations.

Qualifications

• No formal degree required; on-site weekend shifts.
• Valid driver’s license may be required for local routes.
• Ability to work outdoors and on varied weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Customer Assistance: address mail-related questions and service issues from customers.
• Mail Handling: sort, label, and distribute mail accurately and efficiently.
• Clerical Work: perform administrative support tasks to aid daily USPS operations.
• Service Support: assist with services such as mail forwarding, holds, and address changes.

Skills

Customer service

Reliability

Driving license

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

: .47 – .62 per hourAverage 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.