Rural Mail Carrier Assistant — Outdoor Routes, Benefits

USPS; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

USPS is accepting applications for Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle. The position emphasizes weekend and holiday work, with the potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service.

This is an excellent opportunity for those who enjoy working outdoors and providing reliable delivery service while supporting nationwide postal operations.

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

Job description

USPS is accepting applications for Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle. The position emphasizes weekend and holiday work, with the potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service.

This is an excellent opportunity for those who enjoy working outdoors and providing reliable delivery service while supporting nationwide postal operations.