Weekend Rural Carrier Assistant - Outdoor Delivery Benefits

USPS; Arlington (VA); 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 accepting applications for Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. In this role, you deliver and collect packages along designated rural routes, often using your personal vehicle.

The position involves weekend and holiday work, with the potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service. Starting pay is $23.47-$38.62 per hour, and average annual compensation can reach up to $72,400 including full federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work on weekends and holidays.
• Ability to walk and lift parcels as needed.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather.

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

Time management

Outdoor work

Personal vehicle use

Tools

GPS navigation

Job description

USPS is accepting applications for Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. In this role, you deliver and collect packages along designated rural routes, often using your personal vehicle.

The position involves weekend and holiday work, with the potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service. Starting pay is $23.47-$38.62 per hour, and average annual compensation can reach up to $72,400 including full federal benefits.