Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Zeigler

Postal service; Zeigler (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

USPS in Illinois is seeking Assist ant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven days of service, outdoors and in varied weather conditions.

Compensation includes starting pay hourly, with annual earnings potential up to a federal benefits package, health coverage, retirement options, life insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills for addressing mail-related questions and service issues.
• Attention to detail for sorting, labeling, and distributing mail.
• Willingness to work outdoors on weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes.
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail efficiently.
• Provide clerical support to USPS operations and assist with mail forwarding, holds, and address changes.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Outdoor work

Route delivery

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)
• 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