The U.S. Postal Service is Hiring - Florida newsroom (2024)

CENTRAL FLORIDA – The United States Postal Service, consistently named one of the most trusted brands in America, is hiring motivated and dynamic individuals to help us Deliver for America. Right now, we are looking for new team members to join us in our mission of service to your local community.

Accepting a position with the United States Postal Service is the first step that could lead to a long, fulfilling career with a dynamic, forward-thinking organization committed to delivering for the American people.

The Postal Service in Bradenton and Palmetto are hosting job fairs to fill immediate openings for positions in retail and delivery.

To assist potential applicants, USPS personnel will be onsite at the job fairs to provide detailed information about the positions and to answer questions.

Applications are accepted online only at www.usps.com/careers. Applicants must be 18 years of age and be able to pass a drug screening and background investigation. Applicants must also be available to work weekends and holidays. See the job postings online for full details of duties, responsibilities, requirements, and benefits information. Job postings are updated frequently, so check back often for additional opportunities.

Hiring opportunities are available at these locations in Central and Southwest Florida:

Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC)
Salary: $19.50 per hour

This employee will deliver and collect packages along routes in rural areas and will provide a varietyof services to customers along an assigned route. The successful applicant may be required to provide their own vehicle for transportation. As an ARC, you may opt to provide service to your community on weekends and holidays or up to seven days each week; whichever suits your lifestyle. If you enjoy working outdoors, while keeping your week free, this position may be a great fit for you. ARC positions are currently available in these locations:

Auburndale
Bonita Springs
Brandon
Bushnell
Lake Alfred
Land O’ Lakes
Lutz
Ocoee
Odessa
Punta Gorda/Port Charlotte
Ruskin/Sun City Center
Seffner
Valrico
Webster
Wimauma

City Carrier Assistant (CCA)
Salary: $18.92 per hour

A CCA delivers mail and packages on a varied schedule that may include weekends and holidays. The position requires a valid state driver’s license, safe driving record, and experience with a passenger car or larger. A CCA is scheduled to work based on service needs. CCA positions are currently available in these locations:

Bradenton
Bradenton Beach
Clearwater
Fruitland Park
Lake Alfred
Lehigh Acres
Marco Island
Sebring

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA)
Salary: $19.50 per hour

An RCA will have a continuous, part-time job. This on-call position could be ideal if one is retired, self-employed, an at-home parent, an educator, night student, or if employed on an evening shift schedule. An RCA serves families and businesses in rural and suburban areas. This employee is responsible for the delivery and collection of mail, working part-time when regular carriers have scheduled days off or vacation days. An RCA also sells stamps, supplied, and money orders. An applicant must have a valid state driver’s license and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. A personal vehicle may be required. Becoming an RCA is the first step to becoming a full-time, regular rural carrier with full benefits. RCA positions are currently available in these locations:

Astatula
Avon Park
Bonita Springs
Bushnell
Bradenton
Fort Myers
Fruitland Park
Gibsonton
Lake Alfred
Land O’ Lakes
Lutz
Melbourne
Nokomis
Odessa
Osprey
Placida
Ruskin/Sun City Center
Safety Harbor
Sebring
Valrico
Webster
Wimauma

Postal Support Clerk (PSE)
Salary: $19.62 per hour

A PSE serves customers at the retail counter and distributes mail and packages for postal personnel to deliver. The position is intended to be very flexible; an employee can be scheduled any hours and days, including weekends and holidays. PSE positions are currently available in these locations:

Melbourne
Nichols
Odessa

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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