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A mail carrier must both collect mail and deliver mail. He or she must be friendly, organized, and in good physical shape.
 
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Mail Carrier Salary


Mail carriers are responsible for collecting outgoing mail and delivering mail to businesses and residences. Mail carriers deliver mail and parcels on foot or by vehicle. They assist in sorting mail coming in or going out. They deliver and pick up mail as required. These duties are completed without fail, rain or shine.
Mail carriers must have knowledge of the rules and regulations of the United States Postal Service. They need to be able to read addresses well enough and deliver mail effectively. In some cases, mail carriers must be able to walk good distances and carry packages. They must deal with people in a courteous and friendly manner too.

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Education requirements include graduating from high school and having experience operating lightweight vehicles. Experience handling mail is helpful, as well as any other relevant training or experience. In many places, a civil service exam is required. Mail carriers must be able to read addresses and deliver mail to the correct location and in a timely manner.

The salary of a mail carrier ranges from $30,000 to $60,000 based on experience. The average mail carrier salary is $46,000 annually.

A mail carrier has a very important job of picking up mail and delivering mail. They arrive at your home or business like clockwork, rain or shine. Mail carriers must be in decent physical shape as they must often walk or carry packages. They must be able to operate a light vehicle. Mail carriers can be counted on to deliver your mail. The average salary of a mail carrier is $46,000 a year, and the rate of pay is determined by experience.
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