Rural Mail Carrier Assistant: Outdoor Delivery

USPS; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS in the United States is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages on suburban and rural routes, often using your own vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven delivery days, offering an outdoor, reliable delivery service environment.

Starting pay rate is $23.47–$38.62 per hour; average annual compensation is up to $72,400 including full federal benefits.

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 in the United States is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages on suburban and rural routes, often using your own vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven delivery days, offering an outdoor, reliable delivery service environment.

Starting pay rate is $23.47–$38.62 per hour; average annual compensation is up to $72,400 including full federal benefits.