Role Overview

As a Mail Carrier Assistant at USPS in Lacona, NY, you’ll assist in mail delivery, learning routes and supporting full carriers in varied conditions. This entry-level role is perfect for those seeking an active, outdoor career with opportunities to transition to permanent positions. You’ll work in diverse weather, building community connections while ensuring timely mail service in bustling urban or quiet rural areas.

Position Details

• Multiple Openings in NY
• Starting Salary: $23.47 – $38.62 per hour, based on weekly hours worked
• Average Annual Salary: Up to $72,400 with a full benefits package
• Benefits: Quality health insurance, paid vacation, and retirement plans
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement, job security, and excellent working conditions

USPS is committed to providing long-term job security, which is a top priority for many employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivery Support: Aid in route coverage by delivering mail and packages to homes and businesses.
• Sorting Help: Prepare and organize mail for carriers at the post office.
• Customer Aid: Handle basic inquiries, sell stamps, and assist with services like address changes or mail holds.
• Flexibility: Adapt to route changes, weather challenges, and peak seasons like holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior experience needed—comprehensive training provided.
• Preferred: Outdoor work experience or valid driver’s license for vehicle routes.
• Skills: Physical endurance for walking/carrying (up to 70 lbs), adaptability, time management, and basic tech use for tracking devices.

About USPS

Founded over 200 years ago, the United States Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees, with nearly one million workers. USPS operates over 30,000 post offices nationwide, delivering more mail to more addresses in a larger geographical area than any other company in the world. With a fleet of over 200,000 vehicles, USPS is also the largest employer of veterans. As a Mail Carrier Assistant, you’ll be essential to this operation in NY, serving communities and enjoying unmatched stability as an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Disclaimer

This is not a job offer from the United States Postal Service (USPS). This post promotes a third-party resource that helps applicants prepare for USPS job applications. USPS does not charge to apply. This role requires applicants to pass an assessment and successfully complete the multi-step hiring process.

How Our Program Helps

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