Rural Mail Carrier Assistant: Outdoor Routes & Benefits

USPS; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Pension Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. This role involves delivering and collecting packages on suburban and rural routes, often using your own vehicle. Weekend and holiday work is common, with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service. Outdoor work and reliable service are key.

The position offers competitive hourly pay ($23.47–$38.62) and full federal benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Responsibilities

• Customer assistance: address mail questions and service issues from customers
• Mail handling: sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately
• Clerical work: perform administrative support tasks to aid USPS operations
• Service support: assist with mail forwarding, parcel holds, and change-of-address requests

Job description

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. This role involves delivering and collecting packages on suburban and rural routes, often using your own vehicle. Weekend and holiday work is common, with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service. Outdoor work and reliable service are key.

The position offers competitive hourly pay ($23.47–$38.62) and full federal benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.