Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Marengo

Postal hiring center; Marengo (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking assistants for Rural Carrier roles to deliver and collect packages on designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The position emphasizes weekend and holiday work with up to seven days of parcel delivery, ideal for those who enjoy outdoor work and reliable service.

Starting pay ranges by hour with comprehensive federal benefits, paid time off, health coverage, retirement options, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to perform basic clerical tasks.
• Willingness to work on weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
• Perform administrative support tasks to aid daily USPS operations.
• Assist with services such as mail forwarding, parcel holds, and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Delivery coordination

Clerical tasks

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