Rural Routes Assistant: Delivery, Outdoor Work & Benefits

USPS; Avon-by-the-Sea (NJ); 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 hiring for an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes on weekends and holidays, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes outdoor work and dependable delivery service.

Starting pay is $23.47–$38.62 per hour with potential for higher earnings, and average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. Full benefits include health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and life insurance.

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 hiring for an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages along suburban and rural routes on weekends and holidays, often using a personal vehicle. The role emphasizes outdoor work and dependable delivery service.

Starting pay is $23.47–$38.62 per hour with potential for higher earnings, and average annual compensation up to $72,400 including federal benefits. Full benefits include health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and life insurance.