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April 2, 2026

Deliver Your Future: Join USPS and Grow with Us This Spring!

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WEST COLUMBIA — Spring ushers in exciting career opportunities as the Postal Service announces openings for Rural Carrier Associate and Assistant Rural Carrier positions in West Columbia, Columbia, and surrounding communities. These roles offer a competitive pay rate of $21.89 per hour, with biweekly payments. Qualified candidates may also be eligible for immediate enrollment in the USPS Health Benefits Plan.

To connect with potential applicants, USPS will host two hiring events in the Columbia and West Columbia areas. USPS personnel will be onsite to provide detailed information about the positions, answer questions, and assist with the application process. Details for the events are listed below.

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April 7, 2026
SC Works- West Columbia
671 Main St.
West Columbia, SC 29170

April 9, 2026
National Guard Armory
1225 Bluff Road
Columbia SC 29201

Positions Available:

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) – At $21.89 per hour, an RCA serves families and businesses in rural and suburban areas and is responsible for the delivery and collection of mail. An RCA may also sell stamps, supplies, and money orders. Applicants must have a valid state driver's license and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. This position could be the first step to becoming a full-time, regular rural carrier with full benefits.

Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) – At $21.89 per hour, an ARC primarily delivers and collects packages along designated routes in suburban and rural areas. An ARC may provide mail and parcel delivery service on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays (a weekend and holiday-only position) or provide parcel delivery up to seven (7) days a week.

Locations Available:

Lexington, West Columbia and Columbia, SC

Accepting a position with the United States Postal Service is the first step leading to a long, fulfilling career with a dynamic, forward-thinking organization committed to delivering for the American people. USPS promotes largely from within, offering career development to help prepare employees achieve their professional goals. Job postings are updated frequently, so check back often for additional opportunities.

Additional information regarding how to apply for a Postal Service job can be found at the following link: https://about.usps.com/careers/how-to-apply/.

Those unable to attend the job fair may apply at www.usps.com/careers.

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U.S. Postal Service Celebrates 250 Years

The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to more than 170 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is celebrating its 250th year of service to customers amidst a network modernization plan aimed at restoring long-term financial sustainability, improving service, and maintaining the organization as one of America’s most valued and trusted brands.

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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