Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Bloomington

Confidential; Bloomington (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages on designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. Weekend and holiday work is common, with potential for multiple delivery days. This role suits those who enjoy outdoor duties and reliable delivery service.

You will handle mail and customer inquiries, assist with clerical tasks, and support services such as mail forwarding and change-of-address requests as part of daily operations.

Qualifications

• Customer-facing delivery operations experience helpful.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays.
• Ability to perform duties outdoors in various weather conditions.

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.
• Aid with services such as mail forwarding, holds, and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Delivery operations

Weekend work

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