Postal Service - Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Check Availability

Confidential

Petaluma (CA)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 33,000

Part time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Retirement Plan
Life Insurance Options

Job summary

Confidential is seeking assistants to perform rural carrier duties across nationwide routes, delivering and collecting packages on weekends and holidays. You will work outdoors and provide reliable service, often using your own vehicle.

You will participate in training and an assessment process to qualify for the role, with opportunities for federal benefits and a stable work schedule.

Qualifications

  • Must pass assessment and multi-step hiring process.
  • Ability to work weekends/holidays and outdoors.

Responsibilities

  • Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
  • Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately.
  • Perform clerical tasks to support daily USPS operations.
  • Assist with services like mail forwarding and hold requests.

Skills

Customer service
Mail handling
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
Disclaimer

This is not a job offer from the United States Postal Service (USPS). This post promotes a third-party resource that helps applicants prepare for USPS job applications. USPS does not charge to apply. This role requires applicants to pass an assessment and successfully complete the multi-step hiring process.

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