Jan. 21, 2026

Now Hiring! Job Fair Seeks Assistant Rural Carriers

Immediate Openings for Assistant Rural Carrier

USPS Rural Carrier

ARAB, 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 fair will be a walk-in event from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CST, Friday, January 23, 2026. Postal Service personnel will be on-hand to assist with benefit, qualification, and application questions.

Arab Post Office
819 N Main St
Arab, AL 35016

Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) – At $21.89 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. A personal vehicle suitable for use may be required for this position. 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. Additional information regarding how to apply for a Postal Service job can be found at the following link:How to Apply for a Postal Service Job - Postal Posts

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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