Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Pennville

Confidential; Pennville (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistants Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend/holiday work with opportunities for up to seven delivery days, outdoors and in service to customers.

Starting pay and benefits are competitive, with annual compensation potential up to the federal standard. This position is nationwide, offering comprehensive health, retirement, and life-insurance options.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering or handling mail is preferred.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Comfort working outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Answer customer mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately and efficiently.
• Provide administrative support for daily USPS operations.
• Assist with services such as mail forwarding, package holds, and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Outdoors work

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