Rural Carrier Assistant — Outdoor Delivery & Service

Confidential; Waterville (KS); On-site; USD 3,233,000 - 5,320,000; 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 along designated suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven delivery days, ideal for those who enjoy outdoor work and reliable service.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including full federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes.
• Weekend and holiday work availability.
• Outdoor delivery duties often requiring a personal vehicle.

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

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Mail handling equipment

Job description

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven delivery days, ideal for those who enjoy outdoor work and reliable service.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including full federal benefits.