Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier, On-call Relief

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, 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.

• Sort, collect and deliver mail items in a safe and timely manner.
• Acquire and maintain knowledge of the local infrastructure, including roads, customers and delivery receptacles.
• Ensure mail is safely secured in your possession.
• 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 making deliveries and operating a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather and traffic conditions.

• Acceptable safety driving record.
• Valid permanent provincial driver’s license – class 5 or G.
• Minimum cargo capacity of 50 cu ft (1415 liters).
• Automatic transmission.
• Power windows.
• Metal roof‑top and accessory power outlet to accommodate a Canada Post sign and flashing light.
• Middle of passenger window sill between 38” and 45” from the ground and maximum interior width of 56”.
• Fifth door or hatchback to allow for oversized and bulky items to be loaded (preferred).
• Provide and maintain the required automobile liability insurance for vehicle use with Canada Post.
• Notify your insurance company of your vehicle’s use while employed at Canada Post.

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 dated within the last 30 days.

Our Values – Trust, Respect and Deliver – represent our fundamental promise to ourselves, our expectations of one 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.