Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Harrisonburg

Confidential; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; 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 deliver and collect packages on designated routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work, with potential for up to seven delivery days, offering outdoor work and reliable service to customers.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. Benefits include paid time off, health coverage, retirement plans, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting customers with mail-related questions or service issues.
• Ability to sort, label, and distribute mail accurately and efficiently.
• Familiarity with basic clerical tasks to support daily USPS operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
• Perform routine clerical tasks to support daily operations.
• Assist with services such as mail forwarding, package holds, and address changes.

Skills

Customer Assistance

Mail Handling

Clerical Work

Service Support

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