Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - No Experience Required

Postal Hiring Guide; Boulder (UT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a trusted institution with a rich history as an Assistant Rural Carrier. In this role, you'll enjoy the freedom of working independently while delivering mail and packages in beautiful suburban and rural areas. USPS offers competitive pay, full federal health care benefits, and a retirement plan with matching contributions. If you love being outdoors and value job security, this opportunity is perfect for you. Work with a dedicated team that has served the nation for over 200 years and make a positive impact on your community while enjoying a fulfilling career.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Full Federal Health Care Benefits

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Policies

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle.
• Strong time management skills to handle delivery schedules.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect mail and packages along assigned routes.
• Sort and prepare mail for delivery based on size and shape.

Skills

Driver's License

Time Management

Customer Service

Tools

Personal Vehicle

Job description

Role Overview:

USPS is actively accepting applications for Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. In this position, you will deliver and collect packages along assigned routes in suburban and rural areas. The role may require using your personal vehicle for mail and package delivery. As an ARC, you may be hired to deliver mail and parcels exclusively on weekends and holidays or provide delivery services up to seven days a week. If you enjoy being outdoors and working independently, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

Position Details:

• Official USPS Title: Assistant Rural Carriers
• Starting Pay Rate: $21 - $29 per hour
• Average Annual Compensation: Up to $57k, including full benefits

Perks and Benefits:

• Paid Time Off: Vacation days, sick leave, and holidays
• Full Federal Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Retirement Plan: Thrift Savings Plan with USPS matching contribution
• Life Insurance Policies: Basic + supplemental options

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering Mail and Packages: along your assigned route to homes and businesses
• Collect Mail and Postage Due: from customers for delivery and other services
• Sorting and Preparing: mail for delivery based on size, shape, and route
• Work in Various Weather Conditions: including rain, snow, heat, and cold

Why Choose USPS?

For over 200 years, USPS has been a cornerstone of American society, operating over 30,000 locations nationwide and employing nearly one million people. By joining USPS, you'll enjoy job security, competitive pay, and the chance to grow within a trusted institution.