Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Adams Center

Confidential; Adams Center (NY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS in the United States is hiring Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along designated rural and suburban routes, often using personal vehicles. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service.

This outdoor-oriented position offers federal benefits and opportunities to contribute reliable service to communities nationwide, with responsibilities including mail handling, customer assistance, and service support.

Qualifications

• Experience or ability to deliver mail and parcels on rural/suburban routes.
• Comfort with working outdoors and driving personal vehicle when required.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as part of schedule.

Responsibilities

• Customer assistance: address mail-related questions and service issues.
• Mail handling: sort, label, and distribute mail accurately.
• Clerical support: assist with daily USPS operations.
• Service support: handle mail forwarding, holds, and change-of-address requests.

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