ALABAMA — The United States Postal Service is consistently named one of the most trusted brands in America. We have, for 250 years, delivered information, connected families and friends, and powered the engines of commerce and industry. Right now, we are looking for committed and motivated individuals to join us in our mission of service to your local community.

As part of our innovative and bold 10-year plan, Delivering for America, the Postal Service is focused on building a more stable and empowered workforce.  Our employees are our greatest asset and we are investing in our new employees by providing robust training and on-the-job support. The Postal Service offers competitive wages and benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

The job fairs will be walk-in events from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CST. Postal Service personnel will be on-hand to assist with benefit, qualification, and application questions. These host locations will be hiring for a multitude of locations throughout the Alabama district.

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) – At $20.85 per hour, an RCA will have a continuous, part-time job. This on-call position could be ideal if one is retired, self-employed, an at-home parent, an educator, night student, or if employed on an evening shift schedule. An RCA serves families and businesses in rural and suburban areas. This employee is responsible for the delivery and collection of mail, working part-time when regular carriers have scheduled days off or vacation days. An RCA also sells stamps, supplies, and money orders. An applicant must have a valid state driver's license and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. A personal vehicle may be required. Becoming an RCA is the first step to becoming a full-time, regular rural carrier with full benefits. RCAs must be available to work on an as needed basis.

Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) – At $20.85 per hour, ARCs are non-career employees who provide customers along a rural route service 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. 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.

Applications are accepted online only at www.usps.com/careers.

Applicants must be 18 years of age and be able to pass a criminal background investigation. Applicants must be available to work weekends and holidays. See the job posting for full details for duties, responsibilities, requirements, and benefits information. Job postings are updated frequently, so check back often for additional opportunities.

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