Post Office Assistant (Term) – Canada Post – Napierville, QC
Location: Montreal, QC | Company: Canada Post
Canada Post is looking for a dependable, people-oriented individual to join their team in Napierville, Quebec as an on-call Post Office Assistant (Term). This role puts you at the centre of the community, helping residents and local businesses access essential postal services every day. If you’re bilingual, comfortable with retail transactions, and available for flexible on-call shifts, this could be a great fit.
As the face of Canada Post at the counter, you’ll be handling everything from selling postal products and processing mail to resolving delivery issues and guiding customers through their options. It’s a hands-on position that combines customer service, physical work, and administrative tasks in one role.
About the Role: Post Office Assistant
The Post Office Assistant is a frontline position that keeps the post office running smoothly. You’ll serve members of the public and the local business community, processing transactions, answering questions, and making sure mail reaches the right hands. From sorting incoming parcels to completing cash transactions at the counter, the scope of the job is broad and the pace is steady.
This is a term, on-call position, meaning schedule flexibility is essential. Canada Post values a customer-focused approach and expects team members to embody their core principles — Trust, Respect, and Deliver — in every interaction. Bilingual (English/French) communication is a requirement for this location, so you’ll need to be comfortable serving customers in both official languages.
Benefits and Salary
This position offers a wage of $20.54 per hour. As part of the Canada Post team, you’ll be joining one of Canada’s most recognized public institutions with a mandate rooted in service and community connection. The on-call nature of the role offers flexibility, making it a solid option for candidates looking to build experience in a retail and postal services environment.
Job Details
📌 Job Type: On Call / Term
🏢 Company: Canada Post
📍 Location: Napierville, QC
🆔 Requisition ID: 202512
⏱️ Schedule: On call
💰 Pay: $20.54/hour
Responsibilities
Working at the Napierville Post Office, your day-to-day responsibilities will span customer service, mail operations, and basic administrative tasks. Each of these duties contributes directly to keeping the community connected and ensuring postal services are delivered with accuracy and care.
- Sell postal products and services to both the general public and local business clients
- Sort, distribute, and process mail into the appropriate classifications efficiently
- Provide customers with accurate information, forms, and guidance on postal services
- Resolve delivery and service difficulties thoroughly and in a timely manner
- Handle cash transactions and general post office accounting tasks accurately
- Maintain a welcoming, customer-focused environment at the service counter
Requirements / Skills
The ideal candidate for this Post Office Assistant role is someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail or service setting, is comfortable with the public, and can physically manage the demands of the position. Canada Post is particularly seeking someone who lives within the Napierville community or nearby, and who can meet the bilingual language requirements for this location.
- High school diploma or provincial equivalency, and/or experience in business administration
- Customer service experience in a retail or service environment, including sales and cash handling
- Understanding of general or post office accounting systems is an asset
- Physical fitness to lift mail containers up to 50 lb, push or pull boxes, sort mail, and stand for extended periods
- Bilingual (English/French) at the BB level as per the Bilingual Imperative requirement
- Schedule flexibility to be available for temporary, on-call work as needed
How to Apply
To apply, visit the official Canada Post job posting using the link below. Make sure your resume is up to date and reflects any relevant retail, customer service, or postal experience before submitting.
Share This Opportunity
Know someone who might be interested? Share this job posting and help them join Canada Post in Napierville.
Job Summary & Tips for Applying
Quick Summary & What to Highlight: This Post Office Assistant (Term) role at Canada Post in Napierville is perfect for candidates who excel in customer service, bilingual communication (English/French), and cash handling. On your resume, emphasize any experience with retail counter service, mail processing, or public-facing roles, attention to detail, and your ability to work in a fast-paced environment. If you’ve previously worked in a post office, retail store, or service-oriented setting, make sure to highlight specific achievements and responsibilities that align with this position.
Resume & Application Tips: Before applying, tailor your resume to match the job description. Include keywords like postal services, cash transactions, and bilingual customer service that appear in the posting. Quantify your achievements where possible (e.g., “processed 40+ customer transactions daily” or “handled cash drawer with zero discrepancies over 6 months”). Write a brief cover letter expressing your genuine interest in Canada Post and why you’re a strong fit for this opportunity in Napierville. Double-check your application for spelling errors and ensure your contact information is current.
Interview Preparation: If selected for an interview, research Canada Post‘s values (Trust, Respect, and Deliver), their commitment to accessibility and employment equity, and their role in the community beforehand. Prepare specific examples using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to demonstrate your customer service and problem-solving skills. Common questions may include scenarios about handling difficult customers, managing cash transactions accurately, and working flexible or on-call schedules. Dress appropriately for a retail/postal services environment, arrive 10-15 minutes early, and bring copies of your resume. Prepare thoughtful questions about the role, team dynamics, and growth opportunities. After the interview, send a thank-you email within 24 hours reiterating your interest in the position.