Rural Mail Carrier Assistant — Weekend Routes & Outdoor Delivery

Postal Jobs Placement Service; Patterson (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekends and holidays, with the potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service.

It is an outdoor, customer-facing position that supports reliable mail service nationwide. The position offers competitive starting pay and federal benefits, with a path to comprehensive 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 an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekends and holidays, with the potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service.

It is an outdoor, customer-facing position that supports reliable mail service nationwide. The position offers competitive starting pay and federal benefits, with a path to comprehensive retirement options and life insurance.