Job Description
Launch your career with the United States Postal Service! We're seeking motivated City Carrier Assistants in New York, NY, with comprehensive PAID TRAINING included. Join a stable federal workforce with competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement. No prior experience required – we provide all necessary training to succeed in this vital role serving NYC communities.
What We Offer:
- Full-time position with paid on-the-job training
- Starting hourly rate of $23.50 (with potential for $27.00+ after training)
- Comprehensive benefits package (health insurance, retirement plan, paid leave)
- Job security and union representation
- Clear career path to regular carrier status
Responsibilities
- Deliver and collect mail along an assigned city route
- Sort and organize mail efficiently for daily distribution
- Operate delivery vehicles safely and comply with traffic regulations
- Provide excellent customer service to residents and businesses
- Maintain accurate delivery records and documentation
- Adhere to USPS safety protocols and procedures
- Perform basic maintenance on assigned delivery equipment
Qualifications
- US citizenship or permanent resident status
- Valid state driver's license with clean record
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds repeatedly
- Pass background check and drug screening
- Availability for flexible scheduling (including weekends/holidays)
- Basic computer literacy for digital tracking systems
- Strong attention to detail and reliability
- Ability to work independently in all weather conditions