Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Competitive Pay

Postal service; Nixa (MO); On-site; USD 980 - 1,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Sick leave

Federal holidays

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. You deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes, often using your own vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for regularly scheduled parcel delivery service.

This outdoor, customer-facing position offers federal benefits and opportunities to support local communities. Training provided; benefits include health coverage, retirement options, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• No formal degree required; must enjoy outdoor work and provide reliable service.

Responsibilities

• Address mail-related questions and service issues from customers.
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately and efficiently.
• Perform administrative support tasks to aid daily USPS operations.
• Assist with services such as mail forwarding, package holds, and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Outdoor 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.

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