Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - No Experience Required

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

Job summary

Join a historic institution as an Assistant Rural Carrier, delivering mail and packages in your community. This role offers the chance to work independently outdoors, with flexible hours including weekends and holidays. USPS provides a supportive environment with comprehensive training, ensuring you are well-prepared for success. Enjoy competitive pay, job security, and full federal health care benefits while contributing to a service that has been vital to American society for over two centuries. If you are looking for a rewarding career with growth opportunities, this position is an excellent choice.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Full Federal Health Care Benefits

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Policies

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and deliver mail/packages.
• Strong customer service skills for interacting with clients.

Responsibilities

• Delivering mail and packages along assigned routes.
• Collecting mail and postage due from customers.
• Sorting and preparing mail for delivery.

Skills

Independent Work

Customer Service

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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.

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