Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in New London

Postal service; Mount Pleasant (IA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off: Vacation days, sick and

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical

Retirement Plan: Pension and pension

Life Insurance Options: Multiple plans

Job summary

USPS is hiring Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for multiple days of service, offering outdoor work and reliable delivery support.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including full federal benefits. This position includes paid time off, comprehensive health coverage, retirement options, and

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to work on weekends and holidays.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work outdoors and in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately.
• Perform administrative support tasks for daily USPS operations.
• Support services such as mail forwarding and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Reliability

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