Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Competitive Pay in Ruidoso Downs

Postal hiring center; Ruidoso Downs (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistants Rural Carriers nationwide who deliver and collect packages on designated suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role mainly covers weekends and holidays with potential for up to seven days of service.

Starting pay rate ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including full federal benefits. USPS offers PTO, comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Must be available to work on weekends and holidays.
• Ability to handle mail accurately and efficiently.
• Outdoor work readiness and reliable delivery service.

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

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 : $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