Postal Service - Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Check Availability

Postal jobs center; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

United States Postal Service is seeking Assistants Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on weekend and holiday routes, often using their own vehicle. The role emphasizes outdoor work and dependable delivery service on a nationwide basis.

Responsibilities include assisting customers with mail questions, handling mail, and performing clerical tasks to support daily USPS operations. This is a field role requiring reliability and attention to detail across suburban and rural routes.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Ability to manage time effectively on weekend/holiday routes.
• Reliability and punctuality for outdoor duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately on designated routes.
• Provide clerical support to USPS operations and assist with services like mail forwarding.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Reliability

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