Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Shelbyville

Postal jobs center; Shelbyville (IN); On-site; USD 67,252,000 - 110,661,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier in the United States, including Indiana, to deliver and collect packages on designated suburban and rural routes. The role often requires weekend and holiday work, sometimes using a personal vehicle, and offers solid federal benefits.

The position emphasizes outdoor work, reliability, and delivering excellent customer service as part of daily USPS operations on nationwide routes.

Qualifications

• Weekend and holiday delivery duties.
• Customer assistance and service issue resolution.
• Mail handling and clerical support tasks.
• Ability to drive personal vehicle on routes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect mail and packages on designated routes.
• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately and efficiently.
• Support USPS operations with routine clerical tasks and service 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