Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Full Time Available

Postal hiring center; Traer (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part 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 to deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes. The role often requires weekend and holiday work, and may involve driving a personal vehicle on routes.

This position suits individuals who enjoy outdoor work and providing reliable, friendly service to customers while maintaining accurate mail handling and clerical support for daily USPS operations.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills required for handling inquiries.
• Strong attention to detail for sorting and labeling mail.
• Ability to manage time and routes independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail and parcels.
• Perform clerical tasks to support daily USPS operations.
• Help with services such as mail forwarding and address changes.

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 : .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