Rural Mail Carrier Assistant — Outdoor Delivery & Benefits

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Thaxton (VA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; 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 who deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. Roles emphasize weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service, ideal for those who enjoy outdoor work and reliable service.

Starting pay is $23.47–$38.62 per hour with an annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits, and a full benefits package is offered.

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 Assistant Rural Carriers who deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. Roles emphasize weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service, ideal for those who enjoy outdoor work and reliable service.

Starting pay is $23.47–$38.62 per hour with an annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits, and a full benefits package is offered.