EasyCareers Job Posting: USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery at United States Postal Service. This is a Part Time role in  Mound City,  IL. Salary: $20 - $23.

USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery

Posted on June 14, 2026

Mound City, IL Part Time $20 - $23

Part-Time Job Highlights – Mound City

Primary Details

  • Part-Time Job in Mound City: USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery
  • Worksite: Mound City, IL
  • Hiring Organization: United States Postal Service
  • This part-time role in Mound City is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
  • Our United States Postal Service part-time team in Mound City, IL is growing.
  • Benefit from working part-time in Mound City, a key hub for the Government And Logistics industry.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Compensation (Part-Time): $20-$23/Hour (approx. $26.3k/Year)
  • Benefits: A competitive part-time compensation package.
  • Great option for students, parents, or those seeking extra income.

Core Focus

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


"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!