Work requires a high school diploma (or GED), some experience in a mail facility is preferred; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills:
- Ability to learn, in a short period of time, USPS and U.S. Senate policies and procedures related to the collection, sorting and delivery of mail.
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Ability to effectively follow security procedures.
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Ability to work irregular work hours, including weekends, and shift work.
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Ability to accurately enter information into a computer.
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Ability to use a hand-held scanner.
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Ability to complete and maintain accurate, neat, and timely records.
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Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, coworkers, and others encountered during the workday.
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Physical strength and agility to perform the work.
Physical Demands and Working Environment
Work is performed primarily indoors, but requires physical strength and agility to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds; frequent standing, bending, reaching, walking, pushing and pulling heavy carts and mail bags; lifting and carrying large containers of mail. Work exposes the employee to dust, paper cuts and splinters. Work requires the operation of equipment including a strapping machine, mail delivery cart, hand truck and pallet jack.
