Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC)

Full Time
Hermiston, OR
Posted
Job description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Loads packages in delivery sequence in vehicle. 2. Delivers packages to customers along a prescribed route. 3. Sorts mail in delivery sequence for the assigned route. 4. Receives and signs for accountable mail. 5. Loads mail and packages in vehicle. 6. Delivers mail and packages to customers along a prescribed route or as an auxiliary assistant by a vehicle; collects monies and receipts for accountable mail; picks up mail from customers' roadside boxes. 7. Furnishes routine information concerning postal matters to customer. 8. Returns mail collected, undeliverable mail, and submits monies and receipts to post office. 9. Prepares appropriate time records. 10. Provides for mail security at all times. 11. May be required to provide a vehicle for delivery if an employer provided vehicle is not assigned. ARCs are non-career employees who provide customers along a rural route services which includes delivering and collecting mail. Desirable candidates may be required to have a vehicle suitable for use and live within easy commuting distance of the facility location. If required to provide own vehicle, ARCs will receive an Equipment Maintenance Allowance (EMA). Work is performed indoors and outdoors in all types of weather. Carriers may be required to load and unload trays and containers of mail and parcels weighing as much as 70 pounds. SUPERVISION Manager, Customer Services; Supervisor, Customer Services; or Postmaster BARGAINING UNIT RURAL CARRIER The United States Postal Service has the following excellent and challenging employment opportunity for highly motivated and innovative individuals. Successful candidates must demonstrate through a combination of education, training, and experience the following requirements: Requirements 1. QUALIFICATIONS DOCUMENT DATE: 3/16/2019 FUNCTION Using dynamic route descriptions, delivers packages on Sundays and observed holidays. Case, deliver and collect mail and packages along a prescribed rural route on Saturday using a vehicle, and provide customers on the route with a variety of services. DESCRIPTION OF WORK See the Standard Position Description for the Occupation Code given above. REQUIREMENTS There are no separately evaluated knowledge, skill, or ability requirements for this position. EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS Applicants must successfully complete the Virtual Entry Assessment – MC (474). TRAINING REQUIREMENTS Individuals who qualify and are selected under this standard will be required to complete prescribed training satisfactory to demonstrate, through testing and/or practical demonstration, possession of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) required for the job. Failure to demonstrate any KSA is disqualifying. KSAs include Postal Service driving policies, safe driving practices, and skills associated with specific job duties. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Applicants must be physically able to perform the essential duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS Rural carriers are required to provide service to the public. They must maintain a neat and professional appearance and demeanor in such interactions. Applicants must have a valid state driver's license and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. Qualified applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening to meet the U.S. Postal Service's requirement to be drug free. Applicants must also be a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident alien status. Qualified applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening to meet the U.S. Postal Service's requirement to be drug free. Applicants must also be a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident alien status. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m., Central Time, of the posting's closing date. Applicants claiming veterans' preference must attach a copy of member copy 4 (only) of Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214) or other proof of eligibility if claiming 10-point veterans' preference. The United States Postal Service (USPS) is an equal opportunity employer. The USPS provides reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, interview, and/or selection process, please make your request to the examiner, selecting official or local manager of Human Resources. This request can also be made by someone on your behalf. Explain the nature of your limitations and the accommodation needed. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. SPECIAL NOTE: Current career Postal Service employees are ineligible to apply to this posting.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.94 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • No nights
  • Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Fairview, OR: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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