EasyCareers Job Posting: USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery at United States Postal Service. This is a Part Time role in  Lake City,  IA. Salary: $22 - $24.

USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery

Posted on April 17, 2026

Lake City, IA Part Time $22 - $24

Part-Time Opportunity in Lake City, IA

Primary Details

  • Benefits: Steady supplemental income with predictable weekly hours.
  • Pay: $22-$24/Hour (approx. $28.1k/Year)
  • Apply your your professional skills skills in a flexible part-time role at our Lake City location.
  • Great option for students, parents, or those seeking extra income.
  • Worksite: Lake City, IA
  • Hiring Organization: United States Postal Service
  • Job Title: USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery – Flexible Part-Time Role
  • This part-time role in Lake City is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
  • Our United States Postal Service part-time team in Lake City, IA is growing.
  • Benefit from working part-time in Lake City, 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!