Rural Mail Carrier: Outdoor Routes with Weekend Work

Confidential; Jessup (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 67,252,000 - 110,596,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

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

Starting pay is $23.47–$38.62 per hour with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. Perks include paid time off, comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and life insurance options.

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 Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated suburban and rural routes, often using their own vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven delivery days, ideal for outdoor work and reliable service.

Starting pay is $23.47–$38.62 per hour with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. Perks include paid time off, comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and life insurance options.