Outdoor Weekend Rural Mail Carrier Assistant

Postal hiring center; Spencer (IA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. This weekend/holiday-focused role involves outdoor work and reliable delivery service, with opportunities across nationwide vacancies and a starting pay rate of $23.47–$38.62 per hour.

Average annual compensation can reach up to $72,400, including full federal benefits, with benefits such as paid time off, health coverage, a retirement plan, and life

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

Job description

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. This weekend/holiday-focused role involves outdoor work and reliable delivery service, with opportunities across nationwide vacancies and a starting pay rate of $23.47–$38.62 per hour.

Average annual compensation can reach up to $72,400, including full federal benefits, with benefits such as paid time off, health coverage, a retirement plan, and life