Rural Mail Carrier Assistant – Weekend & Holiday Deliveries

Confidential; Dalton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; 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 to deliver and collect packages along designated rural routes, often using personal vehicles. The role emphasizes weekends and holidays with potential for up to seven days of service, ideal for outdoor-oriented individuals providing reliable delivery.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with an average annual compensation up to $72,400 including full 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 seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages along designated rural routes, often using personal vehicles. The role emphasizes weekends and holidays with potential for up to seven days of service, ideal for outdoor-oriented individuals providing reliable delivery.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with an average annual compensation up to $72,400 including full federal benefits.