Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Full Time Available

Postal jobs center; Ackley (IA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Vacation days

Sick leave

Health Coverage

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement Plan

Pension

Life Insurance

Customer assistance

Mail handling

Clerical work

Administrative support

Job summary

USPS is hiring for Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along rural routes, often using your own vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven delivery days, ideal for those who enjoy outdoor, reliable service.

Compensation is $62 per hour, plus benefits including paid time off, health coverage, retirement plans, and life insurance. This is a customer-focused, outdoor position with federal holiday provisions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect packages along designated rural routes.
• Occasionally use your own vehicle to complete deliveries.
• Assist with mail handling and clerical tasks as needed.

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. 62 per hour

• 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
• 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