EasyCareers Job Posting: USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery at United States Postal Service. This is a Part Time role in  Metropolis,  IL. Salary: $18 - $20.

USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery

Posted on July 27, 2026

Metropolis, IL Part Time $18 - $20

Part-Time Opportunity in Metropolis, IL

Key Part-Time Information

  • Benefits: Flexible scheduling to fit your personal or study commitments.
  • Worksite: Metropolis, IL
  • Position: USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery (Part-Time, based in Metropolis)
  • Part-Time Salary: $18-$20/Hour (approx. $23.1k/Year)
  • Apply your your professional skills skills in a flexible part-time role at our Metropolis location.
  • Hiring Organization: United States Postal Service
  • A supportive local team and part-time friendly culture in Metropolis.
  • This part-time role in Metropolis is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
  • Our United States Postal Service part-time team in Metropolis, IL is growing.
  • Benefit from working part-time in Metropolis, 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!