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Highway Contract Route Jobs (NOW HIRING)

CDS Mail Carrier

Princeton, WV · On-site

$26.97/hr

... CDS mail route solicited and posted by the USPS in the Princeton/Athens, West Virginia area ... Additional information regarding TNStumpff Enterprises and USPS Highway Contract Delivery Service ...

... mail route solicited and posted by the USPS in the Watford City, ND area. Applicants must be at ... Additional information regarding TNStumpff Enterprises and USPS Highway Contract Delivery Service ...

Mail Carrier - CDS

Cushing, ME · On-site

$24.26/hr

... route recently solicited and posted by the USPS in the Cushing, ME area. Applicants must be at ... Additional information regarding TNStumpff Enterprises and USPS Highway Contract Delivery Service ...

... mail route solicited and posted by the USPS in the Watford City, ND area. Applicants must be at ... Additional information regarding TNStumpff Enterprises and USPS Highway Contract Delivery Service ...

... route recently solicited and posted by the USPS in the Cushing, ME area. Applicants must be at ... Additional information regarding TNStumpff Enterprises and USPS Highway Contract Delivery Service ...

... mail route solicited and posted by the USPS in the Watford City, ND area. Applicants must be at ... Additional information regarding TNStumpff Enterprises and USPS Highway Contract Delivery Service ...

... mail route solicited and posted by the USPS in the Watford City, ND area. Applicants must be at ... Additional information regarding TNStumpff Enterprises and USPS Highway Contract Delivery Service ...

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Maintain, repair and install traffic signs, route markers, pavement markings, etc. * Coordinate ... Contracts Inspector: * Perform inspections activities and complete the related paperwork on all ...

Maintain, repair and install traffic signs, route markers, pavement markings, etc. * Coordinate ... Contracts Inspector: * Perform inspections activities and complete the related paperwork on all ...

Maintain, repair and install traffic signs, route markers, pavement markings, etc. * Coordinate ... Contracts Inspector: * Perform inspections activities and complete the related paperwork on all ...

Maintain, repair and install traffic signs, route markers, pavement markings, etc. * Coordinate ... Contracts Inspector: * Perform inspections activities and complete the related paperwork on all ...

Maintain, repair and install traffic signs, route markers, pavement markings, etc. * Coordinate ... Contracts Inspector: * Perform inspections activities and complete the related paperwork on all ...

Maintain, repair and install traffic signs, route markers, pavement markings, etc. * Coordinate ... Contracts Inspector: * Perform inspections activities and complete the related paperwork on all ...

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How much do highway contract route jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for highway contract route in the United States is $20.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a highway contract route?

A Highway Contract Route (HCR) job involves contracted transportation and delivery of mail for the U.S. Postal Service on a specific route. HCR drivers are independent contractors who use their own vehicles to deliver mail between postal facilities and designated locations. These contracts are awarded through a bidding process, and contractors are responsible for fuel, maintenance, and other operating costs. Compensation is typically based on the contract terms rather than an hourly wage. HCR routes can vary in length and frequency, depending on the postal service's needs.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a highway contract route driver?

As a Highway Contract Route driver, your main daily responsibility is to pick up, transport, and deliver mail and packages along a designated route, following the schedule provided by the U.S. Postal Service. You will load and unload mail at postal facilities and contract stops, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all deliveries. Maintaining records, performing basic vehicle checks, and adhering to postal safety standards are also part of the job. While much of your work is independent, you'll collaborate with postal staff and sometimes interact with the public. This role is ideal for those who value routine, autonomy, and providing an essential community service.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the highway contract route position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Highway Contract Route (HCR) driver, you need a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and the ability to manage time efficiently for dependable mail delivery. Familiarity with route mapping tools, USPS mail handling procedures, and basic vehicle maintenance is typically required. Strong organizational skills, reliability, and customer service orientation help you excel in this independent position. These skills are crucial for accurate, timely mail transport and maintaining the trust of both the USPS and served communities.

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Infographic showing various Highway Contract Route job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,998 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

CDS Mail Carrier

TNStumpff Enterprises

Princeton, WV • On-site

$26.97/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 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 on a CDS mail route solicited and posted by the USPS in the Princeton/Athens, West Virginia area.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age with a valid West Virginia 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 active boxes
  • Loading mail and parcels in delivery sequence into delivery vehicle.
  • Delivering mail along an assigned 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 150 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.

Employment Begins: 

  • Hours: Day Shift  -  
    • Shift A - 5:45am – 11:35am* End time will vary as we work until all mail and parcels are delivered. 
  • Pay: $26.97*/hour PLUS vehicle reimbursement
    • *Start and End time may vary.
    • **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.
    • **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#247A2 - Princeton, WV with your resume or a three-year work history in your response.

Must be able to pass a drug test and have a criminal background history that meets the USPS standards.

Additional information regarding TNStumpff Enterprises and USPS Highway Contract Delivery Service can be found at our web site www.tnstumpffenterprises.com
TNStumpff Enterprises participates in the E-Verify system. 

                                 

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