subject: Find Detailed Information On Mail Jobs [print this page] General requirements: General requirements:
A qualification for postal work is to be drug-free. This is determined through the use of a urinalysis drug screen. Individuals who meet the requirements on the examination and are in the location of consideration for employment will be scheduled for the drug test.
Job Choices:
CITY CARRIER
CLERK
DIST. CLERK, MACHINE
FLAT SORTING MACH. OPER.
MAIL HANDLER
MAIL PROCESSOR
MARK UP CLERK
CITY CARRIER AND CLERK
The Jobs:
Clerks work indoors sorting and distributing mail. They may be needed to manage the public selling stamps and weighing parcels, and are in charge of all money and stamps. May involve irregular hours. City Carriers keep and give out mail in all types of weather, and walk and/or drive on their route. Carrier and clerk jobs need prolonged standing, walking, reaching and the ability to lift 70 pounds. Carriers are also required to bring a mail bag weighing as much as 35 pounds. For jobs requiring driving, individuals must have a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record. They must be able to obtain a Government Motor Vehicle Operator's Identification Card.
Tips on mailing a resume
Address to a Specific Person
1. Direct the envelope to a specific individual. If not certain who will get the resume, call the potential location of employment. Many times the human resources department will give the name of the interviewer, if asked who the hiring manager is for a particular opening. Double-check the spelling of first and last names.
Include a Cover Letter
2. Always send a cover letter with a resume. Cover letters should be typed about the specific job opening and why you are a good candidate for the position. Keep away from sending a ordinary dull cover letter. Make sure the cover letter is addressed to a specific person.
Remember Mailing Date
3. Track the mailing date. Once a resume has been mailed, waiting for an response seem nerve racking. Contact the human resources department or contact the hiring manager asking where they are in the interview process and their time frame if there is no feedback within one to two weeks. This is especially important when interviewing with various businesses--so you can weigh your best options.
