Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Sheffield

USPS; Princeton (IL); On-site; USD 82,284,000 - 117,192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking assistants for Rural Carrier roles, delivering and collecting packages on designated urban and rural routes, often using personal vehicles. The job emphasizes weekend and holiday shifts with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery, ideal for outdoors lovers who value reliable service.

Starting pay ranges per hour and an average annual compensation up to $72,400 with federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Outdoor work on delivery routes is required.
• Must have reliable transportation and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately.
• Perform clerical support to aid daily USPS operations.
• Support services such as mail forwarding, parcel holds, and address changes.

Skills

Customer service

Reliability

Attention to detail

Tools

Driver's license

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