EasyCareers Job Posting: USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery at United States Postal Service. This is a Part Time role in  Portsmouth,  VA. Salary: $16 - $18.

USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery

Posted on April 17, 2026

Portsmouth, VA Part Time $16 - $18

Your Next Part-Time Step in Portsmouth

Part-Time Job in Portsmouth: USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery Employer: United States Postal Service (Hiring for part-time roles in Portsmouth) Location: Portsmouth, VA

Compensation (Part-Time): $16-$18/Hour (approx. $21.3k/Year) Benefits: A competitive part-time compensation package. Excellent work-life balance for part-time staff in Portsmouth.

Responsibilities

This part-time position centers on your professional skills within the Government And Logistics space in Portsmouth.

  • This part-time role in Portsmouth is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
  • Our United States Postal Service part-time team in Portsmouth, VA is growing.
  • Benefit from working part-time in Portsmouth, 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!