Postal Facility Operations - Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Odin (MN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated routes. This role often involves weekends and holidays and may require up to seven days of parcel delivery service. Outdoor work and reliable delivery service are core aspects.

Starting pay is $23.47–$38.62 per hour with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. Roles are nationwide with comprehensive benefits and time-off policies described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Experience handling mail and customer inquiries.
• Strong attention to detail in mail sorting and routing.
• Clear communication with customers and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately.
• Provide clerical support to daily USPS operations.
• Assist with services such as mail forwarding and change-of-address requests.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Mail sorting equipment

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 : NationwideStarting Pay Rate : $23.47 – $38.62 per hourAverage Annual Compensation : Up to $72,400 (includes full federal benefits)

Perks and 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