Rural Mail Carrier Assistant – Weekend Routes & Benefits

Postal hiring center; West Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

USPS is recruiting for Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. In this role, you deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle.

The position emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven delivery days, ideal for those who enjoy outdoor work and reliable service. Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including 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 recruiting for Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. In this role, you deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle.

The position emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven delivery days, ideal for those who enjoy outdoor work and reliable service. Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits.