Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Competitive Pay

Postal jobs center; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; 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 nationwide. You will deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle. Expect weekend and holiday work, with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service in some periods.

Outdoors and reliable delivery service are highlights of the role. Starting pay is modest, with benefits including federal coverage, PTO, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Customer-facing roles with mail knowledge preferred.
• Ability to perform basic clerical tasks is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer assistance for mail-related questions and issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately and efficiently.
• Perform clerical tasks to aid daily USPS operations.
• Assist with services such as mail forwarding and address changes.

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical tasks

Service support

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