USPS Jobs - Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant - Competitive Pay in Albany

Postal hiring center; Albany (MO); 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 Assistant Rural Carriers to join nationwide teams. You will deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle.

The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work with potential for up to seven days of parcel service, outdoors and dependable delivery service. Benefits include paid time off, comprehensive health coverage, a federal pension plan, and life insurance options, with clerical support duties and customer service

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors delivering and collecting mail.
• Willingness to work on weekends and holidays.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect packages along designated rural routes.
• Sort, label, and distribute mail accurately.
• Assist customers with mail-related questions and service issues.
• Provide clerical support to USPS operations.

Skills

Customer service

Mail handling

Clerical work

Package delivery

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Driver's license

GPS device

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: $23.47 – $38.62 per hour
• Average Annual Compensation: Up to $72,400 (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 as mail forwarding, package holds, and change-of-address requests