BRADENTON, FL — The U.S. Postal Service is looking to hire new employees for delivery and retail positions in Bradenton.

Learn more about these openings at a USPS Job Fair on Friday, July 15, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Lakewood Ranch Post Office, 5910 Post Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34211.  Postal officials will be onsite to talk with interested residents and to assist with the application process.

As part of its 10-year-plan, “Delivering for America,” the U.S. Postal Service is focused on building a more stable and empowered workforce. Employees are its greatest asset, and the organization is investing in new employees by providing robust training and on-the-the support.

USPS offers competitive waged and benefits, and career advancement opportunities. Accepting a position with the Postal Service is the first step to starting a long, fulfilling career with a dynamic, forward-thinking organization committed to delivering for the American people.

In addition to Bradenton, there are hiring opportunities for positions in a variety of locations listed below.

City Carrier Assistant (CCA)
Salary: $18.92 per hour

A CCA delivers mail and packages on a varied schedule that may include weekends and holidays. The position requires a valid state driver’s license, safe driving record, and experience with a passenger car or larger. A CCA is scheduled to work based on service needs. CCA positions are currently available in these locations:

Bradenton, FL
Ellenton, FL
Marco Island, FL
Merritt Island, FL
Palmetto, FL
Tarpon Springs, FL

Postal Support Employee (PSE)
Salary: $18.96 per hour

A PSE serves customers at the retail counter and distributes mail and packages for postal personnel to deliver. The position is intended to be very flexible; an employee can be scheduled any hours and days, including weekends and holidays. PSE positions are currently available in these locations:

Bradenton, FL
St. Petersburg, FL

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA)
Salary: $19.06 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, supplied, 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. RCA positions are currently available in these locations:

Estero, FL
Fort Myers, FL
Lutz, FL
Merritt Island, FL
Naples, FL
Palmetto, FL
Punta Gorda/Port Charlotte
Sanibel, FL
St. Cloud, FL
Sumterville, FL

Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC)
Salary: $19.06 per hour

This employee will deliver and collect packages along routes in rural areas and will provide a variety of services to customers along an assigned route. The successful applicant may be required to provide their own vehicle for transportation. 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 position may be a great fit for you. ARC positions are currently available in these locations:

Estero, FL
Lutz, FL
Melbourne, FL
Merritt Island, FL
Naples, FL
Punta Gorda/Port Charlotte

Job seekers may apply for these positions at www.usps.com/careers through July 17, 2022.

The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products, and services to fund its operations.

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