Post Office Assistant – Canada Post – Kinistino, Saskatchewan

Canada Post is looking for a Post Office Assistant (Term) to join their team in Kinistino, Saskatchewan. This is an on-call, temporary position ideal for someone who lives in the community and enjoys working directly with the public in a retail and service environment. If you’re dependable, customer-focused, and ready to represent one of Canada’s most trusted institutions, this could be the right fit for you.

In this role, you’ll be at the front counter handling a variety of tasks — from selling postal products and processing mail to helping customers resolve delivery issues. It’s hands-on, people-facing work that keeps your day moving and your skills sharp.

About the Role: Post Office Assistant

As a Post Office Assistant with Canada Post in Kinistino, you’ll be responsible for delivering reliable counter services to members of the public and the local business community. Day-to-day duties include sorting and distributing mail, completing cash and sales transactions, and making sure customers leave with the help they came for. This is a customer-first role where your communication skills and problem-solving ability will be put to good use.

Because this is an on-call position, flexibility is key. You’ll need to be available on short notice and comfortable with the physical demands of the job, including lifting mail containers and standing for extended periods. Workplace safety and adherence to Canada Post’s code of conduct and substance use policy are also part of the expectations for this role.

Benefits and Salary

This position offers a pay rate of $20.54 per hour. As a temporary, on-call role with Canada Post — a Crown corporation with a strong national presence — you’ll gain valuable experience working within one of Canada’s most established postal and retail service networks. Canada Post is committed to an equitable and accessible workplace, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Working at the post office counter in Kinistino means wearing several hats throughout the day. From processing mail to helping customers navigate postal services, a Post Office Assistant plays an essential role in keeping the community connected. Here’s what you’ll be doing on a regular basis:

• Sell postal products and services to members of the public and local businesses
• Sort and distribute mail into the appropriate classifications accurately and efficiently
• Provide customers with relevant information and necessary forms
• Resolve delivery and service issues thoroughly and in a timely manner
• Handle cash and sales transactions in compliance with accounting procedures
• Lift and move mail containers weighing up to 50 lbs as required

Requirements / Skills

Canada Post is looking for a candidate who is comfortable interacting with the public, has a solid understanding of retail and service environments, and is physically capable of handling the demands of postal work. Living in or near the Kinistino community is considered an asset for this on-call role.

• High school diploma or provincial equivalency and/or experience in business administration
• Customer service experience in a retail or service setting, including sales and cash handling
• Familiarity with accounting systems, including general or post office accounting
• Physical fitness to lift containers up to 50 lbs, push/pull boxes, sort mail, and stand for extended periods
• Flexibility to be available for temporary, on-call work as needed
• English language proficiency (English Essential)

How to Apply

To apply for this position, use the link below to visit the official Canada Post job posting. Make sure your resume is up to date and reflects your relevant customer service and retail experience before submitting.

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