USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery

Part-Time Job Highlights – Opelousas

At a Glance

• Benefits: Steady supplemental income with predictable weekly hours.
• Pay: $17-$19/Hour (approx. $22.1k/Year)
• Employer: United States Postal Service (Hiring for part-time roles in Opelousas)
• Based in: Opelousas, LA (a key business district)
• Position: USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery (Part-Time, based in Opelousas)
• Apply your your professional skills skills in a flexible part-time role at our Opelousas location.
• Great option for students, parents, or those seeking extra income.
• This part-time role in Opelousas is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
• Our United States Postal Service part-time team in Opelousas, LA is growing.
• Benefit from working part-time in Opelousas, a key hub for the Government And Logistics industry.

"Delivering mail in rural America is peaceful, independent work. You are a post office on wheels for communities that really rely on you."
- Sarah M., Current Rural Carrier

Your 3-Step Daily Routine:

1. The Morning Sort: Arrive at the local station early to case (sort) your letters and flats into precise delivery sequence.
2. Load the Vehicle: Pack your personal right-hand-drive vehicle (or provided LLV) to the brim with packages and mail, maximizing space for your expansive route.
3. Hit the Open Road: Navigate country roads, agricultural zones, and winding paths, delivering directly to curbside boxes and selling stamps to remote customers.

Why Rural? You operate with total independence. Once you leave the station, you manage your own pace. Plus, you receive a generous, tax-free Equipment Maintenance Allowance (EMA) if you use your personal vehicle!