PITTSBURGH, PA — The United States Postal Service is actively seeking applications for Rural Carrier Associate positions at various Western Pennsylvania locations. The wage is $18.56 an hour and paid bi-weekly. Interested applicants CAN ONLY APPLY AT www.usps.com/careers.  From the website, click on “Search Jobs,” select “Pennsylvania,” then click “Start.” Numerous position listings will be displayed with a link to job requirements and specifications.

After completing the online application, click the save tab. Next be sure to electronically submit the online job application. The Postal Service encourages applicants to check our website regularly to keep up with the changes in position openings. There is no fee to apply for a position with the Postal Service. Free information about career opportunities with the Postal Service is available online at http://usps.com/careers. 

Applicants will be contacted via email for further employment and suitability requirements. Applicants must be 18 years of age, or 16 years of age with a high school diploma. All applicants must be able to pass drug screening and a criminal background investigation. Some positions require an exam.

Any position that has a driving requirement will also require a valid driver’s license and a clean DMV two-year driving history. Citizenship or permanent resident status is required. Additionally, if an applicant has been outside of the U.S. for more than six months out of the last 5 years, the Postal Service is not able to process a clearance for them. This applies to both U.S. Citizens and non-U.S. Citizens.

For more information, contact Lynn LeBlanc, 412-359-7582.

The Postal Service does not receive tax dollars for operating expenses; it relies entirely on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations. 

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