Assistant Rural Carrier; Arc

Using dynamic route descriptions, this role delivers packages on Sundays and observed holidays. The carrier may also case, deliver, and collect mail and packages on Saturdays along a prescribed rural route using a vehicle.

Saturday, Sunday, and holidays observed by the USPS on an as needed basis.

Varies.

Applicants should have a valid state driver's license, a safe driving record and at least two years of unsupervised experience driving passenger cars or larger in the U.S. or its possessions or territories or in U.S. military installations worldwide. A personal vehicle suitable for use may be required for this position.

$20.38 per hour paid bi‑weekly.

Using dynamic route descriptions, deliver packages on Sundays and observed holidays. May case, deliver, and collect mail and packages on Saturday along a prescribed rural route using a vehicle.

• Load packages into the vehicle in delivery sequence.
• Deliver packages to customers along a prescribed route.
• Sort mail in delivery sequence for the assigned route.
• Receive and sign for accountable mail.
• Load mail and packages into the vehicle.
• Deliver mail and packages to customers along a prescribed route or as an auxiliary assistant by vehicle; collect monies and receipts for accountable mail; pick up mail from customers’ roadside boxes.
• Furnish routine information concerning postal matters to customers.
• Return mail collected, undeliverable mail, and submit monies and receipts to post office.
• Prepare appropriate time records.
• Provide for mail security at all times.
• May be required to provide a vehicle for delivery if an employer‑provided vehicle is not assigned.
• Available for required training on weekdays during onboarding.

• Non‑career employee (ARC) willing to provide customers along a rural route services, including delivering and collecting mail.
• Desirable candidates may be required to have a vehicle suitable for use and live within easy commuting distance of the facility location.
• If required to provide own vehicle, ARC will receive an Equipment Maintenance Allowance (EMA).
• Must meet medical suitability, general eligibility and a satisfactory background check.
• Work is performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Carriers may be required to load and unload trays and containers of mail and parcels weighing as much as 70 pounds.