Rural Carrier Assistant - Weekend Delivery & Benefits

USPS; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages along designated rural routes, often using your own vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work, with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service.

Starting pay rate is $23.47–$38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including full federal benefits. The position offers comprehensive health coverage, retirement options, and paid time off.

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

Job description

USPS is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages along designated rural routes, often using your own vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work, with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service.

Starting pay rate is $23.47–$38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including full federal benefits. The position offers comprehensive health coverage, retirement options, and paid time off.