Rural Mail Carrier - Weekend Routes with Great Benefits

Postal jobs center; University Park (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance Options

Job summary

USPS is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages on designated suburban and rural routes, often in a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday shifts with potential for up to seven delivery days, ideal for those who enjoy 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 full federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Customer service mindset and strong communication.
• Ability to manage time effectively on outdoor routes.
• Reliability for weekend/holiday shifts.
• Careful mail handling and accuracy in sorting.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
• Provide administrative support to USPS operations.
• Support services such as mail forwarding, holds, and changes of address.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Job description

USPS is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages on designated suburban and rural routes, often in a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday shifts with potential for up to seven delivery days, ideal for those who enjoy 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 full federal benefits.