Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Competitive Pay

Postal hiring center; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days, sick leave, and federal

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement options

Job summary

United States Postal Service in Illinois is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to perform weekend and holiday delivery routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role focuses on outdoor work and reliable delivery service on designated rural/suburban routes.

Responsibilities include assisting customers, handling mail, providing clerical support, and aiding with services like mail forwarding and change-of-address requests. Vacancies are nationwide with benefits included.

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.

Job description

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