Rural Mail Carrier Assistant — Weekend Routes & Benefits

Postal jobs center; Holy Cross (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is hiring for Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential up to seven days of parcel delivery, offering outdoor work and reliable delivery service.

The position includes benefits and federal retirement options, with pay starting at $23.47–$38.62 per hour and a high potential annual compensation. Vacancies are nationwide, with standard 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 hiring for Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential up to seven days of parcel delivery, offering outdoor work and reliable delivery service.

The position includes benefits and federal retirement options, with pay starting at $23.47–$38.62 per hour and a high potential annual compensation. Vacancies are nationwide, with standard federal benefits.