Job Description
Join the United States Postal Service as a City Carrier Assistant in Newark, NJ! We're offering an exceptional opportunity with a $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the pride of serving your community. This full-time position provides stability, growth potential, and a structured career path within one of America's most trusted institutions.
As a City Carrier Assistant, you'll be essential to our mission of delivering mail and packages efficiently while maintaining exceptional customer service. We provide paid training, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Don't miss this chance to build a rewarding career with the USPS!
Responsibilities
- Deliver mail and parcels along designated routes in all weather conditions
- Sort and organize mail efficiently for timely delivery
- Operate delivery vehicles safely and adhere to traffic regulations
- Collect postage and fees when required
- Interact professionally with customers and resolve delivery inquiries
- Maintain accurate delivery records and report maintenance issues
- Follow USPS security protocols and procedures
Qualifications
- US citizenship or permanent resident status
- Valid state driver's license with clean driving record
- Ability to lift mail trays weighing up to 70 pounds
- Availability for flexible scheduling including weekends and holidays
- Basic computer literacy for tracking systems
- Pass background check and drug screening
- Ability to walk extended distances (up to 8 hours daily)
- Strong attention to detail and reliability