Our Rural Carrier job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Rural Carrier role
A Rural Carrier is a postal service employee who delivers mail to customers in rural areas. Rural Carriers typically drive a Postal Service vehicle and use handheld scanning devices to track packages and record delivery information. They may also assist customers with postal needs and provide them with helpful information.
Role Purpose
The purpose of a rural carrier job role is to deliver mail and other materials to customers in rural areas. This job role involves the sorting and distribution of mail, the collection of mail to be delivered to the post office, and the delivery of packages to customers. Rural carriers also provide customer service to their customers, such as providing information about postal rates and services.
Rural Carrier Summary
A Rural Carrier is responsible for providing postal services to customers in rural and suburban areas. Duties include delivering mail and packages to customers, collecting mail from mailboxes, sorting mail, loading and unloading mail sacks, and operating a postal vehicle. Rural Carriers must be familiar with local roads and routes, be able to communicate effectively with customers, and be able to lift and carry heavy loads. This position requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check.
Rural Carrier Duties
- Deliver mail and packages on a specified route
- Sort mail for delivery
- Collect payments for services
- Provide customer service
- Maintain records of deliveries and pickups
Rural Carrier Skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs
- Good driving record
- Ability to work independently
- Knowledge of USPS delivery procedures
Rural Carrier Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to work independently
- Good driving record
Personal Traits
- Reliable
- Organized
- Friendly
- Able to lift 50 lbs