Rural Mail Carrier Assistant – Weekend Deliveries

Postal hiring center; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work and provides outdoor service opportunities.

Starting pay rate is $23.47–$38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including full federal benefits. Perks include paid time off, comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and life insurance.

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 to deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work and provides outdoor service opportunities.

Starting pay rate is $23.47–$38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including full federal benefits. Perks include paid time off, comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and life insurance.