Rural Mail Carrier: Weekend Routes & Full Benefits

Postal jobs center; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages on designated routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role focuses on weekends and holidays with potential for up to seven days, ideal for 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. Eligible employees receive PTO, 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 seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages on designated routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role focuses on weekends and holidays with potential for up to seven days, ideal for 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. Eligible employees receive PTO, health coverage, retirement plans, and life insurance options.