Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Competitive Pay in Dubuque

Postal jobs center; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off: Vacation days, sick,hol

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide to deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes. The job often uses a personal vehicle and mainly covers weekends and holidays.

It offers federal benefits and a strong outdoors component for those who value reliable service to customers. Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour with an average annual compensation up to $72,400, including full federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Willing to work on weekends and holidays.
• Able to perform outdoor delivery work using a personal vehicle.
• Provide reliable delivery service and customer assistance.
• Accurately sort, label, and distribute mail.

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

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Time management

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: $23.47 – $38.62 per hour

Average Annual Compensation: Up to $72,400 (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