Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Pocahontas

Postal hiring center; Laurens (IA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is hiring Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect parcels on suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work, with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service and outdoor duties.

The position provides competitive pay with federal benefits and opportunities to assist customers, handle mail, and support daily USPS operations through clerical tasks and service requests.

Qualifications

• Weekends/holidays work expected
• Outdoor delivery duties
• Customer service and mail-related queries
• Ability to sort and handle mail accurately

Responsibilities

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

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