Postal Service - Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Check Availability

Postal Recruiters; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

The United States Postal Service is seeking Assistants for Rural Carrier roles, delivering and collecting packages on suburban and rural routes, often using personal vehicles. The position emphasizes weekend and holiday work, outdoors, and dependable delivery service. Vacancies span nationwide with benefits and USPS coverage.

The role involves customer assistance, mail handling, and clerical support to ensure smooth daily USPS operations and service for customers on their routes.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service preferred.
• Familiarity with mail and package handling.
• Ability to perform clerical tasks.

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.

Skills

Customer Service

Mail Handling

Clerical Skills

Administrative Support

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 : Nationwide
• Starting Pay Rate : .47 – .62 per hour
• Average Annual Compensation : Up to ,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