EasyCareers Job Posting: USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery at United States Postal Service. This is a Part Time role in  Urbandale,  IA. Salary: $19 - $22.

USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery

Posted on April 17, 2026

Urbandale, IA Part Time $19 - $22

Part-Time Role Based in Urbandale

Fast Facts

  • Benefits: A competitive part-time compensation package.
  • Company: United States Postal Service
  • A supportive local team and part-time friendly culture in Urbandale.
  • Compensation (Part-Time): $19-$22/Hour (approx. $25.1k/Year)
  • Apply your your professional skills skills in a flexible part-time role at our Urbandale location.
  • Position: USPS Rural Carrier Associate - Countryside Delivery (Part-Time, based in Urbandale)
  • Location: Urbandale, IA
  • This part-time role in Urbandale is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
  • Our United States Postal Service part-time team in Urbandale, IA is growing.
  • Benefit from working part-time in Urbandale, 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!