Rural Mail Carrier Assistant — Weekend Deliveries, Benefits

USPS; Maine; On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off: Vacation days, sick lea

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical

Retirement Plan: Pension and retire

Life Insurance Options: Multiple plans

Job summary

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

Outdoor work and reliable delivery service are core. Vacancies are nationwide with a starting pay rate of $23.47–$38.62 per hour and an average annual compensation up to $72,400 when including 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 looking for Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes, often using your own vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work, with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service.

Outdoor work and reliable delivery service are core. Vacancies are nationwide with a starting pay rate of $23.47–$38.62 per hour and an average annual compensation up to $72,400 when including federal benefits.