Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - No Experience Required

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

Job summary

Join a trusted institution with over 200 years of service as an Assistant Rural Carrier. In this role, you'll deliver mail and packages while enjoying the flexibility of working weekends and holidays. This position offers competitive pay, full federal health care benefits, and a retirement plan with matching contributions. If you love the outdoors and working independently, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. USPS provides job security and a chance for growth within a respected organization, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling career in public service.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Full Federal Health Care Benefits

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Policies

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Driving

Customer Service

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

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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Our program equips you with the tools to secure this position, even if you lack prior experience. You'll gain access to:

• An exclusive, step-by-step guide to the USPS hiring process.
• Simulated practice exams with detailed answer explanations to build confidence.
• A webinar covering interview tips to help you succeed.
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