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Local Usps Jobs in Maine (NOW HIRING)

Preble Street

Administrative Manager

Portland, ME · On-site

$31.56/hr

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Preble Street

Hope House Per Diem

Bangor, ME · On-site

$21.62/hr

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PREBLE STREET

Advocacy Manager

Portland, ME · On-site

$64K/yr

As a member of the Advocacy Team, the Advocacy Manager guides local, state, and federal advocacy ... USPS mail to Preble Street Human Resources, 55 Portland Street, Portland, ME 04101. Please note ...

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Preble Street

Advocacy Manager

Portland, ME · On-site

$64K/yr

As a member of the Advocacy Team, the Advocacy Manager guides local, state, and federal advocacy ... USPS mail to Preble Street Human Resources, 55 Portland Street, Portland, ME 04101. Please note ...

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PREBLE STREET

Food Programs - Sous Chef

Portland, ME · On-site

$24.64/hr

This may also be emailed to employment@preblestreet.org or mailed via USPS mail to Preble Street ... or local law. Preble Street recognizes that Black and Indigenous people, people of color, people ...

Preble Street

Supervisor VHS Lewiston

Portland, ME · On-site

$30.78/hr

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Preble Street

Food Programs - Sous Chef

Portland, ME · On-site

$24.64/hr

This may also be emailed to employment@preblestreet.org or mailed via USPS mail to Preble Street ... or local law. Preble Street recognizes that Black and Indigenous people, people of color, people ...

PREBLE STREET

Hope House Per Diem

Bangor, ME · On-site

$21.62/hr

... USPS mail to Preble Street Human Resources, 55 Portland Street, Portland, ME 04101. Please note ... or local law. Preble Street recognizes that Black and Indigenous people, people of color, people ...

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How much do local usps jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for local usps in Maine is $29.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.27 and $33.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a local USPS?

Local USPS workers are employees of the United States Postal Service who operate within specific geographic areas to process, sort, and deliver mail and packages. Their roles can include mail carriers, clerks, and mail handlers who ensure that mail is accurately routed and delivered to residents and businesses. They may work at local post offices or out in the community, handling customer service, mail sorting, and delivery tasks. Local USPS workers play a crucial role in connecting communities and maintaining the flow of correspondence and packages.

How does a local USPS employee typically interact with other team members and departments during their shift?

Local USPS employees, such as clerks or carriers, work closely with a variety of team members throughout their shift. Clerks often coordinate with mail sorters and supervisors to ensure accurate and timely processing of mail, while carriers communicate with dispatch and sometimes with customer service to resolve delivery issues. Teamwork is essential—employees may rotate responsibilities or assist each other during high-volume periods. Collaboration helps maintain efficiency and ensures customer satisfaction, making strong communication skills valuable in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a USPS mail carrier, and why are they important?

To thrive as a USPS Mail Carrier, you need a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid state driver’s license, and the physical ability to walk or drive long routes while delivering mail accurately. Familiarity with handheld scanners, route-tracking systems, and basic postal service procedures is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent customer service help build trust with the community and ensure reliability. These skills and qualities are vital for providing timely, accurate mail delivery and maintaining positive relationships with the public.

What is the difference between Local Usps vs Postal Clerk?

AspectLocal UspsPostal Clerk
CertificationsUSPS-specific training, sometimes requiredUSPS training, often similar
Work EnvironmentPost offices, sorting facilitiesPost offices, retail counters
Employer & IndustryUnited States Postal ServiceUnited States Postal Service
Job FocusManaging postal operations locallyAssisting customers, handling mail

Both roles are within the USPS and share similar certifications and work environments. The Local Usps typically oversees postal operations at a local level, while a Postal Clerk focuses on customer service and mail handling at post offices. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position within the postal industry.

What's the easiest local USPS job to get?

The easiest USPS job to obtain is often a mail processing clerk or mail handler position, which typically requires minimal prior experience and offers on-the-job training. These roles usually have straightforward application processes and do not require specialized certifications, making them accessible entry points into USPS employment.

What are the most commonly searched types of Usps jobs in Maine?

The most popular types of Usps jobs in Maine are:

What cities in Maine are hiring for Local Usps jobs?

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Infographic showing various Local Usps job openings in Maine as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,016 per year, or $29.3 per hour.

Huston Commons Caseworker (1st Shift)

Preble Street

Portland, ME • On-site

$23.82/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Huston Commons, located near Morrill's Corner in Portland, is the newest of Preble Street's Housing First programs, with individual apartments and 24-hour onsite, supportive services for 30 adults who have experienced chronic homelessness. With a low-barrier, Housing First approach and based on the principles that everyone deserves housing and the support necessary to maintain it, Huston Commons provides permanent housing alongside onsite services to support tenants in achieving and maintaining housing stability.
Huston Commons currently has a full-time 1st shift caseworker position available with a Tuesday-Saturday schedule. This position will work as a member of the Residential Services team and will work primarily at Huston Commons. This direct service position provides casework services, outreaches and engages with tenants, provides program coverage and maintains safety in program spaces, and provides crisis intervention and support, to assist tenants in maintaining housing stability.
Schedule: Tuesday- Saturday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Qualifications for the Caseworker position includes a bachelor's degree and relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in residential support, direct care, or other, relevant direct services.
Additional qualifications include understanding of and alignment with Preble Street's mission, positive regard for individuals accessing services for homelessness and poverty, and a commitment to providing low-barrier services. Also required are strong communication, de-escalation, and crisis intervention skills; familiarity with community resources; ability to work effectively with and maintain professional boundaries with diverse populations; and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. Experience working with people experiencing homelessness and poverty is preferred.
Compensation and benefits
The hourly rate of pay for these full-time (40 hours/week) positions is $23.82 per hour. Direct service positions in 24/7 programs are also eligible for shift differentials of $1 per hour for all hours worked between the hours of 7:00am and 10:00pm. Generous paid time off, insurance, and retirement plan benefits include:
  • 160 hours (4 weeks, accrued) vacation time, 96 hours (12 days, accrued) sick time, 32 hours personal time, 12 Paid Holidays
  • Health insurance w/ 100% employer-paid option; Dental insurance w/ 100% employer-paid option; Vision insurance; Employer-paid life and disability insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match

To Apply: We encourage applicants to apply via Preble Street's website employment page. Applications (resume and cover letter, preferred) may also be emailed to employment@preblestreet.org or mailed via USPS mail to Preble Street Human Resources, 55 Portland Street, Portland, ME 04101. If you need assistance or accommodation in the application process, please contact us at hr@preblestreet.org.
Preble Street, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency, has been working since 1975 to provide best practice social services that meet urgent needs and end hunger and homelessness for individuals and families in Maine living in poverty.
Preble Street is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Preble Street recognizes that Black and Indigenous people, people of color, people from working class backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTQ2IA+ people and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don't believe they meet every qualification described in a job posting.
Our hiring process recognizes the value of various lived experiences and backgrounds when assessing candidates

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