Rural Mail Carrier Assistant — Outdoor Routes & Benefits

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Oak Forest (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Part 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 nationwide to deliver and collect packages on suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work and outdoor duties while providing reliable, timely service.

Compensation includes an hourly pay rate of $23.47–$38.62, with potential to earn up to $72,400 annually and federal benefits such as health coverage, retirement plans, and life insurance options.

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 to deliver and collect packages on suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work and outdoor duties while providing reliable, timely service.

Compensation includes an hourly pay rate of $23.47–$38.62, with potential to earn up to $72,400 annually and federal benefits such as health coverage, retirement plans, and life insurance options.