SALT LAKE CITY, UT - Area Post Offices are hiring more than 800 employees to help with the coming holiday season and beyond.  Working for the Postal Service means you will be employed by America’s most trusted brand while providing vital services to the nation.

The Postal Service offers competitive wages for pre-career entry level positions such as letter carriers, rural route carriers, mail handlers, data conversion operators, mail processing clerks and retail clerks. Starting pay range is $17 - $20 per hour depending on the position, paid bi-weekly. In these entry-level jobs, new employees gain valuable experience that may qualify them for a full-time position, leading to a long, prosperous, and fulfilling career.

Career employees can earn premium long-term benefits accompanied with good pay. Some of the benefits include:

• Multiple health and life insurance choices
• Pension benefits and a Thrift Savings Plan program, similar to a 401(k)
• Vacation time and sick leave

USPS is an organization that promotes largely from within, offering career development to help prepare employees achieve their professional goals. Training programs include entry-level functional job-related training, technical hands-on learning, new supervisor training, and management-to-executive level development.

Postal Service positions open now include entry level, temporary, part time, and career opportunities that vary by geographical location. Take the first step into your future to learn about the job openings in your area and apply now by clicking here: www.usps.com/careers. 

While we have jobs available throughout Utah, 34 area post offices will host job fairs on November 2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Any of these locations can help applicants find a job in their community.

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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