Role Overview

As a Mail Handler Assistant at USPS in Blakesburg, IA, you’ll be at the heart of mail processing, using automated equipment to sort and prepare packages for delivery. This hands-on role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure timely service. You’ll handle everything from incoming parcels to outgoing shipments, playing a key part in keeping America’s mail moving efficiently.

Position Details

• Multiple Vacancies in IA
• Starting Pay Rate: $23.47 – $38.62 per hour
• Average Annual Compensation: $72,400, including full benefits
• Comprehensive Benefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for overtime
• Career Growth: Start entry-level with paid training and advance to senior handler or supervisory roles based on performance

USPS emphasizes inclusivity, offering a supportive work culture that values work-life balance and professional development for all employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Mail Sorting: Operate machinery to categorize mail by size, destination, and priority, ensuring accuracy to prevent delays.
• Package Preparation: Label, bundle, and stage items for distribution, handling high volumes during peak seasons.
• Team Coordination: Assist in loading/unloading trucks, collaborate with clerks to resolve processing issues, and maintain workflow.
• Safety Compliance: Follow USPS safety protocols, including proper lifting techniques and equipment maintenance, to create a secure workspace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior experience needed—paid training provided to build skills in machinery operation and logistics.
• Preferred: 6 months in logistics, warehouse, or physical labor roles.
• Skills: Physical stamina for lifting up to 70 lbs, attention to detail, basic computer literacy for tracking systems, and teamwork in diverse environments.

About USPS

Founded over two centuries ago, the United States Postal Service (USPS) is the largest government-related agency, employing nearly 1 million people across more than 30,000 post offices nationwide. Delivering over 600 million pieces of mail annually to 142 million addresses, USPS operates the world’s largest vehicle fleet with over 200,000 vehicles. As an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, USPS offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, job security, and ample career advancement opportunities.

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