Rural Mail Carrier Assistant — Weekend Route, Benefits

Postal service; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking applicants for Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. In this role you deliver and collect packages along designated rural routes, often using your personal vehicle. The position emphasizes weekend and holiday work and outdoors while providing reliable delivery service.

Starting pay is $23.47–$38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. Perks include paid time off, comprehensive health coverage, retirement options, 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 applicants for Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. In this role you deliver and collect packages along designated rural routes, often using your personal vehicle. The position emphasizes weekend and holiday work and outdoors while providing reliable delivery service.

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