The following are pointers on how to apply as a Temporary Rural Carrier:
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Visit the local post office during normal business hours from Monday to
Friday. Inquire from the postmaster if applications are being accepted for this
temporary position. As a practice, these opportunities are not advertised in
local publications of listed in the postal service website.
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If there is an opening, accomplish the USPS job application form and
submit tit immediately. You may be asked to submit additional requirements such
as clearance from the local police force.
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Take the mandatory drug testing and get the results for submission to
the postmaster.
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You will be schedule for an interview which will be conducted by
designated interviewers. This will be followed by a physical exam. It is not a
real physical but a written test where you will be asked to answer questions
related to your medical condition.
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Once you have passed the initial screening, attend the postal service
job orientation. This is usually scheduled for eight hours daily for four to
five days. Individuals attending this briefing are paid the regular rate as
well as mileage in case the training center is located far from your residence.
You will be trained how to sort out different types of mail such as first
class, second class and bulk mail rates.
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Learn how to drive the postal vehicle and the technique of unloading
mail boxes from the car. There will be a so-called job shadow day wherein the
regular carrier will guide you along the route. Your work schedule depends on
this employee’s vacation and sick leaves as well as days off.
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Once you become a temporary worker, it is possible to aspire for the
regular post which pays a starting salary of $17.98 and additional mileage
allowance.
There are higher positions available depending on your qualifications.
Look for these in the web page of the U.S. Postal Service http://about.usps.com/careers/welcome.htm. Click on the word
“Careers” located at the bottom of the page. There are steps that you can
follow on how to apply for a specific job. You have to send a request for
application. Applicants will be scheduled for an examination and given a test
booklet. There are no fees for taking this testing. The website has study tests
that you can use to review for the actual screening. The standard passing rate
is 70 percent. Successful examinees will be asked to attend a group orientation
prior to the urinalysis and driving tests. The last phase is the personal
interview and finger printing. There will be a three-week paid orientation
before starting your work.
