Rural Mail Carrier: Weekend Routes with Benefits

Confidential; Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated suburban and rural routes, often using personal vehicles. The role emphasizes weekend/holiday work with potential for seven delivery days, outdoors and reliable service.

The position offers a starting pay rate of $23.47–$38.62 per hour, with an average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits.

Responsibilities

• Address mail-related questions and service issues from customers
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately and efficiently
• Perform administrative support tasks to aid daily USPS operations
• Assist with services such as mail forwarding, package holds, and change-of-address requests

Job description

USPS is seeking Assistant Rural Carriers to deliver and collect packages on designated suburban and rural routes, often using personal vehicles. The role emphasizes weekend/holiday work with potential for seven delivery days, outdoors and reliable service.

The position offers a starting pay rate of $23.47–$38.62 per hour, with an average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits.