Mark Twain mentioned the manual method in which mail was carried back in the day. Mail has become an integral element of our lives from that time. As a kid, I waited for hours on end to receive the most minute of items in the mail.
Much has changes over the last decade. Computers and the internet do a lot for us that mail used to do. Snail mail is still important and prominent irrespective of this.Mail carriers yet play a vital role in the 21st century.
The functions of mail carriers.
They hand out mail and less regularly, packaged items.
What are the pros of being mail carrier?
One doesnt have to be qualified.For those in that category, it means you can get a good paying job even if you didnt graduate. Mail carriers earn decent salaries in some parts of the world. Most mail carriers start out in the $25,000 dollar range. Those who have been doing the job for some time can command salaries of up to $60000 per annum.
Postal workers are part of the federal employee health benefits program. They have an excellent retirement program as well. That means Thrift Savings, Social Security, life insurance, and a flexible spending accounts program. They also have the benefit of free exercise if they choose to walk to deliver mail. They can feel the crisp morning and afternoon air regularly. They also get to meet a wide variety of people along their route. Since they do the same route every day, the quickly get accustomed to what needs to be done. They are not confined to a boring 9 to 5 job. If they are a veteran, they can receive a lower score on the Postal Service Examination. This is a plus point over those who have never served in the military. For more information and advice on postal service positions, visit the USPS website. Mail carriers still have a place in their 21st century. You have the satisfaction of knowing that you helped in that endeavor.
