USPS Hiring - Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Competitive Pay

Postal service; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

The United States Postal Service is seeking an Assistant Rural Carrier to deliver and collect packages on designated rural routes, often using a personal vehicle. The role involves weekend and holiday work and outdoor duties, with potential for extended parcel delivery service on peak days.

This part-time position includes customer help, mail sorting, clerical support, and services like mail forwarding and address changes, contributing to reliable postal operations nationwide.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work on weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work outdoors and deliver reliably.

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.

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Attention to detail

Clerical tasks

Job description

Role Overview

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. It is an excellent opportunity for those who enjoy working outdoors and providing reliable delivery service.

Position Details

• Vacancies : Nationwide
• Starting Pay Rate : .47 – .62 per hour
• Average Annual Compensation : Up to ,400 (includes full federal benefits)

Perks and Benefits

• Paid Time Off : Vacation days, sick leave, and federal holidays
• Comprehensive Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Plan : Secure your future with USPS’s pension and retirement options
• Life Insurance Options : Multiple plans to provide peace of mind for you and your family

Key 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 such as mail forwarding, package holds, and change-of-address requests