Rural Mail Carrier Assistant — Weekend Routes & Benefits

Postal service; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS seeks Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide who deliver and collect parcels along designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven delivery days.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits; comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, retirement options, and life insurance are provided.

Qualifications

• Customer service mindset and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors and drive on rural routes.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in mail handling.
• Flexibility to work weekends/holidays as needed.

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 seeks Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide who deliver and collect parcels along designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven delivery days.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits; comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, retirement options, and life insurance are provided.