Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Somerville

Postal hiring center; Somerville (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance options

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to join nationwide weekend and holiday routes. You’ll deliver and collect mail along designated suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle.

This role requires outdoor work, reliability, and customer service skills as you assist customers with mail-related needs and service requests. Starting pay is competitive with federal benefits included.

Qualifications

• Willing to work weekends and holidays
• Able to deliver using personal vehicle
• Willing to perform outdoor work

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

Attention to detail

Time management

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