Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Fair Play

Postal jobs center; Fair Play (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

The United States Postal Service is seeking assistants for Rural Carrier roles nationwide, including weekends and holidays. You will deliver and collect packages along designated routes, often using your own vehicle, with a strong emphasis on outdoor work and reliable delivery service.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with an average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. The role offers benefits such as health coverage, PTO, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Deliver and collect packages on designated suburban and rural routes.
• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with services such as mail forwarding, hold requests, and address changes.

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.

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical tasks

Administrative support

Weekend availability

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