Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Mount Airy

Postal jobs center; Mount Airy (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off : Vacation days, sick LE

Comprehensive Health Coverage : Health

Retirement Plan : Pension and

Life Insurance Options : Multiple

Job summary

USPS is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages on weekend and holiday-heavy routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes outdoor work and reliable service, with nationwide vacancies and a starting pay rate per hour.

Average annual compensation is up to $72,400 with federal benefits. Primary duties include helping customers, handling mail, clerical tasks, and supporting mail services such as forwarding and change-of-address requests.

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 Assistance

Mail Handling

Clerical Work

Service Support

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