Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Full Time Available

Postal hiring center; Dows (IA); On-site; USD 970 - 1,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Vacation days, sick leave, and federal

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement Plan

Pension and retirement options

Life Insurance Options

Multiple plans for peace of mind

Job summary

United States Postal Service is seeking individuals for Assistant Rural Carrier roles, delivering and collecting packages on designated routes, often using a personal vehicle. The position emphasizes outdoor work, weekend/holiday shifts, and reliable delivery service. Training and federal benefits accompany the role.

Roles involve customer assistance, mail handling, and clerical support to USPS operations, with opportunities to assist with services like mail forwarding and address changes.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering customer-focused service to the public.
• Ability to communicate clearly and follow procedures.
• Willingness to work on weekends/holidays and outdoors when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately and efficiently.
• Perform clerical tasks to support daily USPS operations.
• Support services such as mail forwarding, holds, and change-of-address requests.
• Handle routine inquiries and provide reliable delivery-related information.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment on routes and in post facilities.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

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