Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Santa Isabel

Postal jobs center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

The United States Postal Service is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages on weekends and holidays, often using a personal vehicle, across designated suburban and rural routes.

This role emphasizes outdoor work and reliable service, with full federal benefits included. Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with potential annual compensation up to $72,400. This nationwide position prioritizes customer service and efficient parcel handling.

Qualifications

• Customer questions and service issues addressed.
• Mail sorting, labeling, and distribution performed accurately.
• Administrative support tasks to aid USPS operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately.
• Provide clerical support to USPS operations.
• Assist with mail forwarding, holds, and address changes.

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical work

Administrative support

Tools

Sorting mail

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