Rural Mail Carrier: Weekend Routes, Outdoor Work & Benefits

Postal jobs center; Allison (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is accepting applications for Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. In this role, you deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle.

The position primarily involves working on weekends and holidays, with the potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service. Starting pay rate is $23.47 – $38.62 per hour, and average annual compensation can reach up to $72,400 when federal benefits are included.

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 accepting applications for Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. In this role, you deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle.

The position primarily involves working on weekends and holidays, with the potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service. Starting pay rate is $23.47 – $38.62 per hour, and average annual compensation can reach up to $72,400 when federal benefits are included.