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Freelance Rural Carrier Usps Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Mail Carrier

Orange, MA · On-site

$25.25/hr

Now Hiring - USPS CDS Rural Mail Carrier TNStumpff Enterprises, LLC, the nation's leader in Contract Delivery Service for the United States Postal Service, with offices in 20 states, is currently ...

Mail Carrier

Orange, MA · On-site

$25.25/hr

Now Hiring - USPS CDS Rural Mail Carrier TNStumpff Enterprises, LLC, the nation's leader in Contract Delivery Service for the United States Postal Service, with offices in 20 states, is currently ...

Mail Carrier

Athol, MA · On-site

$24.26/hr

Now Hiring - USPS CDS Rural Mail Carrier TNStumpff Enterprises, LLC, the nation's leader in Contract Delivery Service for the United States Postal Service, with offices in 20 states, is currently ...

Mail Carrier

Orange, MA · On-site

$25.25/hr

Now Hiring - USPS CDS Rural Mail Carrier TNStumpff Enterprises, LLC, the nation's leader in Contract Delivery Service for the United States Postal Service, with offices in 20 states, is currently ...

CDS Mail Carrier

Princeton, WV · On-site

$26.97 - $27.97/hr

Now Hiring - USPS CDS Rural Mail Carrier TNStumpff Enterprises, LLC, the nation's leader in Contract Delivery Service for the United States Postal Service, with offices in 20 states, is currently ...

CDS Mail Carrier

Princeton, WV · On-site

$26.97/hr

Now Hiring - USPS CDS Rural Mail Carrier TNStumpff Enterprises, LLC, the nation's leader in Contract Delivery Service for the United States Postal Service, with offices in 20 states, is currently ...

CDS Mail Carrier

Nixon, TX · On-site

$25.92/hr

Now Hiring - USPS CDS Rural Mail Carrier TNStumpff Enterprises, LLC, the nation's leader in Contract Delivery Service for the United States Postal Service, with offices in 20 states, is currently ...

CDS Mail Carrier

Nixon, TX · On-site

$25.92/hr

Now Hiring - USPS CDS Rural Mail Carrier TNStumpff Enterprises, LLC, the nation's leader in Contract Delivery Service for the United States Postal Service, with offices in 20 states, is currently ...

CDS Mail Carrier

Nixon, TX · On-site

$25.92/hr

Now Hiring - USPS CDS Rural Mail Carrier TNStumpff Enterprises, LLC, the nation's leader in Contract Delivery Service for the United States Postal Service, with offices in 20 states, is currently ...

A vital Part 135 carrier operating a diverse fleet of 23 aircraft (including Cessna 207s/208s, Casa ... rural Alaskan villages. * Aloha Air Cargo (AAC): The lifeblood of Hawaii's supply chain and the ...

A vital Part 135 carrier operating a diverse fleet of 23 aircraft (including Cessna 207s/208s, Casa ... rural Alaskan villages. * Aloha Air Cargo (AAC): The lifeblood of Hawaii's supply chain and the ...

Station Manager

Dillingham, AK · On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

Grant Aviation is an Alaskan regional air carrier serving rural Alaska since 1971. With bases in ... Adherence to USPS regulations for handling of US Mail. * Customer satisfaction reviews. GENERAL ...

Station Manager

Dillingham, AK · On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

Grant Aviation is an Alaskan regional air carrier serving rural Alaska since 1971. With bases in ... Adherence to USPS regulations for handling of US Mail.Customer satisfaction reviews. GENERAL ...

Grant Aviation is an Alaskan regional air carrier serving rural Alaska since 1971. With bases in ... Adherence to USPS regulations for handling of US Mail. * Customer satisfaction reviews. GENERAL ...

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How much do freelance rural carrier usps jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance rural carrier usps in the United States is $62.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60.34 and $68.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a freelance rural carrier at USPS?

A Freelance Rural Carrier at USPS is not a formal job title; however, it often refers to a Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) or substitute carrier who works on a flexible, as-needed basis delivering mail in rural areas. RCAs fill in for regular rural carriers when they are unavailable due to days off or vacations. Their duties include sorting mail, delivering packages, and collecting mail along rural mail routes. They may use their own vehicle for deliveries and typically work part-time with variable hours depending on the needs of the route.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a freelance rural carrier at USPS?

To thrive as a Freelance Rural Carrier at USPS, you need a valid state driver's license, a good driving record, physical stamina, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with mail sorting equipment, handheld scanners, and route management systems is typically required. Excellent time management, reliability, and strong customer service skills set top performers apart in this role. These skills and qualifications are essential for timely and accurate mail delivery, ensuring community trust and operational efficiency.

What challenges do freelance rural carriers face at USPS, and how can they be managed?

Freelance rural carriers often manage unpredictable schedules and varying mail volumes, which can make daily planning challenging. Navigating rural routes may also involve inclement weather, unpaved roads, and longer distances between deliveries. Building strong time-management skills, familiarizing yourself with your assigned route, and maintaining open communication with your local post office can help address these challenges. Additionally, being proactive about vehicle maintenance and route organization can make the job smoother and more efficient.

What is the difference between Freelance Rural Carrier USPS vs Postal Service Mail Carrier?

AspectFreelance Rural Carrier USPSPostal Service Mail Carrier
CredentialsNone specific, USPS contractor requirementsUSPS employment, federal employment credentials
Work EnvironmentIndependent contractor, flexible schedule, rural routesFull-time USPS employee, urban and rural routes
EmployerUnited States Postal Service (contracted)United States Postal Service (federal employee)

Freelance Rural Carrier USPS workers operate as independent contractors delivering mail on rural routes, offering flexibility but without federal employment benefits. Postal Service Mail Carriers are USPS employees with structured schedules, benefits, and federal credentials. Both roles involve mail delivery, but their employment status and work conditions differ significantly.

How to become a freelance rural carrier USPS?

A freelance rural carrier USPS is not an official USPS position; typically, rural carriers are employed directly by USPS as full-time or part-time employees. To work as a USPS rural carrier, applicants must meet age and background requirements, pass a postal exam, and complete training at a postal facility. Freelance or independent contracting roles are uncommon and may involve working with third-party delivery services or contractors, which require separate applications and adherence to USPS standards and schedules.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Rural Carrier Usps job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 94% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,079 per year, or $62.5 per hour.

$25.25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago


Job description

Now Hiring - USPS CDS Rural Mail Carrier
TNStumpff Enterprises, LLC, the nation's leader in Contract Delivery Service for the United States Postal Service, with offices in 20 states, is currently seeking applicants to deliver mail PART TIME on a CDS mail route solicited and posted by the USPS in the Orange, MA area.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age with a valid Massachusetts driver's license; able to lift 70 lbs., able to work in all types of weather conditions and must reside in the area.
Duties include but are not limited to:
  • Sorting mail in delivery sequence for 317 active boxes
  • Loading mail and parcels in delivery sequence into delivery vehicle.
  • Delivering mail along an assigned 32.9-mile line-of-travel.
  • Dismounting if required to deliver parcels, Express mail, and other accountable mail items.
  • Other administrative duties are required.

Minimum Vehicle and Insurance Requirements:
  • Applicant MUST furnish vehicle, which meets postal regulations, and meet postal driving requirements.
  • One (1) Dependable (Mini-Van or Equivalent) vehicle or the equivalent that provides 120 cubic feet of usable load space for mail and parcels.
  • $100,000/$500,000/$100,000 or $600,000 (CSL) of liability insurance for contract vehicle
  • The applicant is responsible for all the vehicle maintenance, fuel and insurance cost.
  • Vehicle reimbursement paid in addition to hourly pay. (Non-taxable)

Employment Begins: ASAP
  • Hours: Day Shift - Generally, one day per week.
    • 7:00am - 1:05pm*
  • Pay: $25.25**/hour PLUS vehicle reimbursement
    • Straight time, Health & Welfare, Holiday and Vehicle Reimbursement paid out. Benefits paid as cash equivalency up to the maximum of 40 hours per week per the DoL Wage Determination under the Service Contract Act. **.
    • *End time may vary. End time is based on completion of deliveries.
    • **Rate of Pay and cash equivalent benefits exceed the requirements set by the Department of Labor Employment Standards Administration Wage and Hour Division.

Please include HCR#010A9 - Orange, MA with your resume or a three-year work history in your response. Additional information regarding TNStumpff Enterprises and USPS Highway Contract Delivery Service can be found at our web site www.tnstumpffenterprises.com