Rural Mail Carrier Assistant — Outdoor Delivery & Service

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Shipman (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. In this role you deliver and collect parcels along rural and suburban routes, often using your personal vehicle.

The position emphasizes 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. USPS offers competitive pay, with starting rates of $23.47–$38.62 per hour and average annual compensation 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 is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. In this role you deliver and collect parcels along rural and suburban routes, often using your personal vehicle.

The position emphasizes 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. USPS offers competitive pay, with starting rates of $23.47–$38.62 per hour and average annual compensation up to $72,400 (including full federal benefits).