Rural Parcel Carrier — Weekend & Holiday Routes

Confidential; Oak Ridge (NC); On-site; USD 49,000 - 80,000; 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 rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. Work often on weekends and holidays with up to seven days of parcel delivery service. Outdoor work and reliable service are emphasized.

Starting pay rate is $23.47–$38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including full federal benefits. This role offers vacation days, health coverage, a retirement plan, 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 rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. Work often on weekends and holidays with up to seven days of parcel delivery service. Outdoor work and reliable service are emphasized.

Starting pay rate is $23.47–$38.62 per hour, with average annual compensation up to $72,400 including full federal benefits. This role offers vacation days, health coverage, a retirement plan, and life insurance options.