Rural Mail Carrier — Weekend Deliveries & Outdoor Work

Postal jobs center; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off: Vacation days, sick

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical

Retirement Plan: Secure your future

Life Insurance Options: Multiple plans

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated routes. This role involves working outdoors, often on weekends and holidays, with potential for up to seven delivery days. You will be part of a nationwide team ensuring reliable mail service.

The starting pay rate ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. The position offers comprehensive benefits and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Efficient mail sorting, labeling and distribution of mail and parcels.
• Ability to perform basic clerical duties to support daily operations.
• Willingness to work outdoors on weekends and holidays.

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

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical tasks

Outdoor work

Job description

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated routes. This role involves working outdoors, often on weekends and holidays, with potential for up to seven delivery days. You will be part of a nationwide team ensuring reliable mail service.

The starting pay rate ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. The position offers comprehensive benefits and retirement options.