Job Description
Join the United States Postal Service in San Jose, CA as a City Carrier Assistant! We're seeking reliable, community-focused individuals to deliver mail and packages to homes and businesses across San Jose. This is a temporary position that converts to permanent after 360 days of satisfactory service, with full benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave.
As a vital member of our postal team, you'll experience the pride of serving your community while enjoying competitive pay and career advancement opportunities. No previous postal experience required – we provide comprehensive training!
Responsibilities
- Deliver mail and packages to residential and business addresses along assigned routes
- Sort, distribute, and organize mail according to delivery sequences
- Operate delivery vehicles safely and adhere to traffic regulations
- Collect outgoing mail from collection boxes and customer locations
- Provide excellent customer service and resolve delivery inquiries
- Maintain accurate delivery records and report unusual occurrences
- Follow all USPS safety protocols and procedures
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old at time of appointment
- U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required
- Valid state driver's license with clean driving record
- Ability to lift and carry mail sacks weighing up to 70 pounds
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Pass pre-employment background check and drug screening
- Basic computer literacy for package scanning systems
- Strong time management and route navigation skills