Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Scaly Mountain

Postal hiring center; Scaly Mountain (NC); 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

United States Postal Service is hiring for Assistant Rural Carriers on a nationwide basis. The role involves delivering and collecting packages along designated routes, often using a personal vehicle, with weekend and holiday work.

This is an outdoor, customer-facing position with potential for up to seven delivery days. Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Ability to manage time and routes efficiently.
• Attention to detail in mail handling and labeling.

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 service

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Mail sorting equipment

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