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UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) in Reno, Nevada
POSITION: Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) TYPE: Full Time and Part Time LOCATION: Reno, Sparks, and surrounding areas SALARY: $20.38/hr., paid bi-weekly
TO APPLY: Applicants are required to apply online at www.usps.com/employment to be considered for this employment opportunity. You need to have a valid email address to apply as communication regarding employment opportunities, examinations, interviews and background checks will be conveyed by email.
Attend the upcoming HIRING EVENTS - Walk-ins are welcome! 1. Tuesday, June 11, 2024 from 11am-1pm at the EmployNV Career Hub, 2281 Pyramid Way, Sparks, NV 89431 2. Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 11am-2pm at the Reno Town Mall, 4001 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502
SPECIAL NOTE: Current career Postal Service employees are ineligible to apply to this posting.
BENEFIT INFORMATION: May receive Wounded Warrior leave provided eligibility criteria are met. No other benefits are available for this position.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) deliver and collect packages along routes in rural areas. Provide a variety of services to customers along your assigned route and may be required to provide your own personal vehicle. As an ARC you may opt to provide service to your community on weekends and holidays or up to seven days each week; whichever suits your lifestyle. If you enjoy working outdoors, while keeping your week free, this may be a great fit for you.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two (2) years driving experience.
- Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Minimum 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes.
- Successful completion and passing score on Postal Service Test 473.
- Valid Driver's License; DMV Printout if selected for hire.
- Position requires great attention to detail.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach. Ability to handle heavy containers of mail weighing up to the allowable maximum mailing weight (70 pounds).
- Company has strict grooming standards.
- Company has strict accuracy/honesty standards.
- Customer service skills required.
- Able to provide I-9 documentation.
- Employer conducts pre-employment drug screening and background check.
JOB DUTIES:
- Sort, lift and push moderate to heavy loads of mail and packages to prepare for delivery
- Deliver mail along your assigned route
- Pick up or collect mail from customers
- Work indoors and outdoors in all weather: rain, snow, cold and heat