Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Coventry

Job Placement Services LLC; Coventry Lake (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to perform weekend and holiday parcel delivery on rural routes nationwide. The role involves delivering and collecting packages, often using a personal vehicle, and providing reliable outdoor service.

Responsibilities include assisting customers with mail-related questions, sorting and distributing mail, and supporting services such as holds and forwarding. Starting pay ranges and potential annual compensation are noted in the position details.

Qualifications

• Eligible to work weekends or holidays.
• Reliable in outdoor settings and physically able to deliver and collect packages.
• Ability to sort, label, and distribute mail accurately.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect packages on designated routes, often using personal vehicle.
• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately.

Job description

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