Rural Carrier Associate

Job Summary

Apply for Rural Carrier Associate at Post Office USPS in Forest Lake, MN, US. This full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Join our team as a Rural Carrier Associate and become a vital part of delivering excellence to communities! In this energetic role, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently delivering mail, packages, and parcels along designated rural routes.

Your enthusiasm and commitment will ensure timely service while maintaining the highest safety standards. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your customer service skills and driving expertise will shine, making a real difference in people's daily lives.

• Safely load, unload, and transport packages using various delivery vehicles, including box trucks and courier vans, adhering to all safety protocols.
• Drive route-specific vehicles while following all DOT regulations and safe driving practices.
• Manually handle packages of varying weights, employing proper lifting techniques to prevent injury and ensure safety.
• Deliver mail and parcels to residential and business addresses with professionalism, friendliness, and accuracy.
• Load and unload shipments efficiently using forklifts or pallet jacks when necessary, ensuring proper weight handling in the workplace.
• Maintain accurate delivery records, route logs, and delivery confirmations to ensure accountability.
• Provide excellent customer service by addressing recipient questions or concerns courteously during deliveries.

• Prior warehouse experience or familiarity with manual handling and heavy lifting techniques.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; experience with commercial driving or box trucks is preferred.
• Knowledge of safe lifting practices, weight handling in the workplace, and moving heavy items safely.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or manual transmission vehicles is a plus.
• Familiarity with route driving, courier services, or delivery driver experience is highly desirable.
• Ability to adhere to DOT regulations and maintain compliance during all driving activities.
• Strong customer service skills with a positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Physical ability to lift heavy packages repeatedly throughout the shift while following safe lifting practices.

From $21.89 per hour.

• Company truck
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

In person.

We are committed to supporting your growth as you help connect communities through reliable delivery services.