AUSTIN, TX — The United States Postal Service is actively hiring motivated individuals to help us Deliver for America. Right now, we are looking for new team members to join us in our mission of service in the Austin community. Whether it is your first career or next career, the Postal Service is a great place to work that provides generous pay and benefits, job security and career advancement opportunities.

To assist potential applicants, the Postal Service is participating in a job fair on Wednesday, October 5, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., at the location listed below. Postal officials will be onsite to answer questions and assist in the online application process.

Workforce Solutions
6505 Burleson Rd.
Austin, TX 78744

The following positions are available: City Carrier Assistant (CCA), Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) and Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC). These positions offer starting pay from $18.92 - $19.50 per hour, and are great opportunities for anyone seeking a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. These positions could be the first step to a long-term rewarding career in the Postal Service.

Available Position Descriptions:
City Carrier Assistant (CCA)
Salary: $18.92 per hour
In this role, a CCA delivers and collects mail on foot or by vehicle in a city area. A CCA maintains good relations with customers and has a general familiarity with postal laws, regulations, and products for their area. A CCA provides a critical service to the community by ensuring mail delivery during weekdays, weekends and holidays with opportunities for career promotion. CCAs may be eligible for certain benefits including paid leave and health insurance. This position is ideal for candidates that enjoy staying active outdoors with occasional customer service interactions. 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. 

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA)
Salary: $19.50 per hour
An RCA delivers and collects packages along routes in rural areas during weekdays, weekends and holidays and may also provide a variety of services to customers along an assigned route. The successful applicant must have a valid state driver’s license and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. An RCA may be required to use a personal vehicle if a postal vehicle is not provided and may be eligible to receive health benefits and promotion to a career opportunity. This position is ideal for candidates that enjoy staying active and working independently outdoors with occasional customer service interactions.

Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC)
Salary: $19.50 per hour
An ARC will deliver and collect packages and will provide a variety of services to customers along an assigned rural route. The successful applicant may be required to provide their own vehicle for transportation. An ARC may opt to provide service to the community on weekends and holidays or up to seven days each week; whichever suits their lifestyle. If you enjoy working outdoors, while keeping your week free, this position may be a great fit for you.

USPS employment requirements include the following:

• Must be 18 years old at the time of appointment or 16 years old with a high school diploma.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and medical assessment.
• Must be a US citizen, permanent resident, citizen of American Samoa or other US Territory.
• Must provide recent employment history.
• Must have a safe driving record (if applying for a driving position).

Those unable to attend a job fair can apply online at www.usps.com/careers.

###