FORT HOOD, TX — The United States Postal Service is actively hiring motivated individuals to join us in our mission of service. To that end, USPS is participating in the Red, White & You Career Fair on Friday, November 4, from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. To assist potential applicants, Postal officials will be on-site to answer questions and assist with the online application process.

Lone Star Conference Center
24th Street BLDG 5764
Fort Hood TX 76544

The following positions are available: City Carrier Assistant (CCA), Rural Carrier Associate (RCA), Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) and Mail Handler Assistants (MHA). These positions offer starting pay from $17.32 - $19.50 per hour, and are great opportunities to earn valuable experience that may qualify them for a full-time position, eventually leading to a long, prosperous, and fulfilling USPS career. A Maintenance Manager will also be on-site to discuss future maintenance opportunities.

Available Position Descriptions:

City Carrier Assistant (CCA)
Salary: $18.92 per hour
A CCA delivers and collects mail in a city area and provides a critical service to the community by ensuring mail delivery on weekdays, weekends and holidays. CCAs may be eligible for certain benefits including paid leave and health insurance. This position is ideal for candidates who 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.

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 and may be eligible to receive health benefits and promotion to a career opportunity. This position is ideal for candidates who enjoy staying active and working independently outdoors with occasional customer service interactions.

Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC)
Salary: $19.50 per hour
An ARC delivers and collects packages and provides a variety of services to customers along an assigned rural route. The successful applicant may be required to use a personal vehicle. 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.

Mail Handler Assistant (MHA)
Salary: $17.32
An MHA loads, unloads and moves mail and packages. An MHA will also perform other duties incidental to the movement and processing of mail. If you enjoy staying active in a team environment that emphasizes safety and ergonomics this could be a great fit for you.

USPS employment requirements include the following:

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

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.

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

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