Rural Mail Carrier Assistant — Weekend Routes + Benefits

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Shepherd (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off: Vacation days, sick-lea

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

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

Compensation includes an hourly starting pay rate of $23.47–$38.62 and an average annual pay of up to $72,400, plus full federal benefits. Outdoor work and reliable service are key strengths for success in this position.

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 on designated suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service.

Compensation includes an hourly starting pay rate of $23.47–$38.62 and an average annual pay of up to $72,400, plus full federal benefits. Outdoor work and reliable service are key strengths for success in this position.