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Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier, On-call Relief

Job in Cochrane, Calgary, Alberta, T3S, Canada
Listing for: Canada Post
Per diem position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    Driver, Courier
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Cochrane

Job Requisition : 196295
Business Function: Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers
Primary City: Cochrane
Province: Alberta
Employment Type: On Call Relief
Employment Status: Temporary
Language Requirement: English Essential
Area of Competition: Applicants residing within 75 km from the Post Office in which this job is located are preferred.
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Closing Date (YYYY-MM-DD): 2025/01/12

Job Description

Imagine that you could make the open road your office. As an on-call relief Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier with Canada Post, you can. We’re recruiting for dependable, organized individuals to deliver mail on an on-call basis to various communities.

If you enjoy working independently, as well as operating a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather and traffic conditions, then you’re ready to embark on a rewarding career and call the open road your office.

As an on-call relief employee with Canada Post, you’ll be working with an organization focused on growth and innovation, and recognized as one of Canada’s top employers and best corporate citizens. Along with receiving a competitive salary, you will have the opportunity to grow with us and discover your career potential, as you may be eligible to apply for any upcoming permanent Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier positions.

Job Responsibilities

• Be adept at sorting, collecting and delivering mail items, in a safe and timely manner

• Acquire and maintain knowledge of local infrastructure including roads, customers and delivery receptacles

• Ensure mail is safely secured in their possession

Job Responsibilities (continued)

  • Process various CPC products and services (Change of Address Notification, Damaged Mail, Items Delivered Bill (IDB) and others)
  • Wear Canada Post identification while on delivery and ensure its visibility while delivering and collecting mail from customers
  • Lift and carry items up to 50 lb/22.7 kg
  • Have experience in making deliveries and operating a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather and traffic conditions
  • Other Information

    Mandatory Vehicle Requirements

  • Have a satisfactory safe driving record
  • Possess a valid permanent provincial driver’s license - class 5 or G.
  • A minimum cargo capacity of 100 cu ft (2832 liters)
  • A metal roof-top and accessory power outlet to accommodate a Canada Post sign and flashing light
  • Fifth door / hatchback to allow for oversized and bulky items to be loaded (preferred).
  • Provide and maintain the required automobile liability insurance for the use of your vehicle
  • Notify your insurance company as to the use of your vehicle while employed at Canada Post
  • to know how to measure your vehicle's cargo capacity

    Note:

    In order to be considered you will need to:

    • Pass an interview.

    Please be aware that if selected you will be required to provide the following documents:

    • Your resume

    • A current driver’s abstract that is dated within the last 30 days

    Canada Post’s values and behaviours

    Our Values
    - Trust
    , Respect and Deliver represent our fundamental promise to ourselves, our expectations of one and another and our shared duty to our country.

    Our behaviours –
    Make the call, Know the destination, Deliver for others, Ignite our pride; embody our values, bringing them to life and guiding our actions.

    We’re committed to living these values and practicing these behaviours every day. Learn more about the values and behaviours by visiting .

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