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Mail Processor – Postal Service
USPS Processing / Distribution Department
Mail Processors play a crucial role within postal facilities, ensuring the seamless functioning of the USPS.
The compensation for these positions begins at $16.25 and can go up to $23.56 per hour, with the exact rate dependent on the location.
These dedicated postal workers are entrusted with the task of meticulously sorting both mail and packages. This responsibility might be carried out in smaller branch locations or within expansive central facilities.
This role demands efficient and accurate performance within a fast-paced environment, often involving the operation of both manual and automated processing equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- The Mail Processor is responsible for utilizing various sort programs or manual distribution schematics to make one or more sortations of inbound and outbound mail items.
- The Mail Processor manages and organizes mail processing work area to ensure required machinery, labels, bins, and other tools and materials are in place.
- The Mail Processor receives sorted mail items and distributes into designated bins for additional processing.
- The Mail Processor is responsible for loading mail items into automated machines.
- The Mail Processor is responsible for removing non-letter mail peices such as parcels, rolls, and odd shaped items from letter mail.
- The Mail Processor controls the flow of mail to ensure a steady feed into processing equipment.
- The Mail Processor is responsible for ensuring the operation of processing equipment by clearing jams and notifying maintenance when necessary.
- The Mail Processor provides service as needed at the public window for non-monetary transactions.
- The Mail Processor performs other duties as required.
Functional Purpose
Responsible for completing various clerk duties required for mail processing while operating both manual and automated equipment for the purpose of sorting and distribution.
Employment Requirements
- Must be 18 years old or 16 years old with high school diploma.
- Must be US citizen, permanent resident, or citizen of American Samoa or other US territory.
- Ability to pass criminal background check, drug screening, and medical assessment.
- Must be registered with Selective Service (if applicable).
Salary Range
Up to $19.56 per hour paid bi-weekly
Examination Requirements
Candidates must successfully complete and receive a pass rating of the Virtual Entry Assessment – MP (476) for Mail Processors. When the candidate is invited to take the assessment, directions will be provided via email.
Background Check
The Postal Inspection Service conducts a criminal background check by utilizing United States information and data resources only (FBI, fingerprint check, state and county checks). The investigation covers a 5 years inquiry for any location where the candidate lived, was employed, or went to school within the US or its territories.
Physical Requirements
Candidates are required to be physically able to perform the duties of the position in an efficient manner with or without reasonable accommodation. Duties may include long periods of standing, walking, bending, and reaching. Candidates may also handle mail containers weighing up to 70 pounds.
Am I Qualified to work for the Postal Service?
U.S. Citizen or Green Card
High School Diploma or GED
18 Years of Age or Older
No Experience Required
You’re Qualified!
What’s included with your registration package?
To help you get hired as soon as possible by the Postal Service when you register,
you will get full and immediate access to all of the following:
- Complete Guide: A detailed, step-by-step guide to navigating the Postal Service hiring process, including the employment application.
- Personal Job Counseling: Full access to personal job counseling tailored to Postal Service employment.
- Sample Exam Questions & Answers: Simulated practice exams with in-depth answer explanations.
- Full Access to Job Openings: Job finder tool with a map of USPS jobs within a 25-mile radius.
- Salary Gradings: A breakdown of salary gradings for all roles, plus insights into promotion potential for each position.
- BONUS: Job alerts to notify you when new postal positions are available.
- Ace-Interview: Exclusive interview webinar packed with success tips.
To get started:
Complete Registration
Registration Package
$69
One-time installment with a FULL refund if you are not hired