Rural Mail Carrier — Weekend Parcel Delivery & Outdoor Work

Postal hiring center; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

United States Postal Service (USPS) is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekends and holidays, with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service, appealing to those who enjoy outdoor work and dependable service.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with an average annual compensation of up to $72,400 including full 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

United States Postal Service (USPS) is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekends and holidays, with potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service, appealing to those who enjoy outdoor work and dependable service.

Starting pay ranges from $23.47 to $38.62 per hour, with an average annual compensation of up to $72,400 including full federal benefits.