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USPS Mail Handler Job Description Template

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The following template is intended to provide a close approximation of current market trends in the United States for this role's requirements and compensation.

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Alternate Titles: Postal Service Mail Sorter, USPS Postal Clerk, USPS Mail Processing Clerk


USPS Mail Handler Job Description Template

Workforce Overview

  • SOC group number & name: 43-5081 Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators
  • Workforce size: 98,000

Step into the world of mail delivery with the United States Postal Service! Our mail handlers are the backbone of a system that keeps our nation connected. Join us and let's deliver a world of good together!

Job Details

  • Average Annual Salary Range: $30,620 - $56,810
  • Job Location: {Your Job Location}
  • Job Benefits: Federal benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off

Responsibilities

  • Sorting and routing incoming mail
  • Operating mail processing machinery
  • Preparing outgoing mail for distribution
  • Keeping accurate records and reporting irregularities

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Physical ability to lift heavy mail sacks
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to stand for long periods

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience in mail handling
  • Technical skills for operating mail processing equipment
  • Exceptional attention to detail

Step into a fulfilling career with USPS, where every day brings a new opportunity to connect people. Are you ready to deliver excellence? Apply now!

USPS is an equal-opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.



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