Post Office Assistant (Term) – Canada Post – Port Clements, BC

Canada Post is looking for an on-call Post Office Assistant to join their team in Port Clements, British Columbia. This is a term position suited to someone who enjoys working directly with the public and takes pride in delivering reliable, friendly counter service to their community. Ideally, the successful candidate will already reside in the Port Clements area.

This role sits at the heart of retail postal operations — from selling postal products to sorting and distributing mail — making it a varied, active position where no two days look exactly the same. If you’re comfortable handling cash transactions, engaging with customers, and working on an on-call schedule, this could be a great fit.

About the Role: Post Office Assistant

As a Post Office Assistant at the Port Clements location, you’ll serve as the primary point of contact for customers visiting the counter. Your day-to-day will involve selling postal products and services, providing accurate information, processing mail, and resolving delivery or service concerns in a timely manner. Attention to detail and a calm, helpful attitude are key to succeeding in this role.

Physical readiness is also part of the job — you’ll be expected to lift mail containers up to 50 lbs, push or pull boxes, sort mail, and remain on your feet for extended periods. Flexibility for on-call availability is essential, as scheduling can vary based on operational needs.

Benefits and Salary

This position offers a wage of $20.54 per hour. As part of Canada Post’s team, you’ll be working for one of Canada’s most recognized national institutions, guided by core values of Trust, Respect, and Deliver. Canada Post is committed to employment equity and building an accessible, inclusive workplace for all employees.

Responsibilities

Working at a Canada Post retail counter means being the face of one of the country’s most trusted services. Each responsibility listed below contributes to keeping postal operations running smoothly and ensuring every customer leaves satisfied and well-informed.

• Sell postal products and services to members of the public and local businesses
• Sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail into the appropriate classifications
• Process mail accurately and efficiently to meet operational standards
• Provide customers with relevant information and necessary forms
• Resolve delivery and service issues thoroughly and promptly to maintain customer satisfaction
• Handle cash transactions accurately as part of counter service duties

Requirements / Skills

The ideal candidate brings a combination of customer service experience and practical, physical readiness for the demands of a postal environment. Canada Post values individuals who are reliable, community-oriented, and comfortable adapting to a flexible on-call schedule.

• High school diploma or provincial equivalency and/or experience in business administration
• Retail or public-facing experience, including familiarity with sales and cash handling
• Understanding of general or post office accounting systems is an asset
• Physical fitness to lift up to 50 lbs, push/pull boxes, sort mail, and stand for extended periods
• Flexible availability to work on a temporary, on-call basis as needed
• Preference given to Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) or Persons with disabilities under Canada Post’s employment equity initiative

How to Apply

To apply, use the official link below to submit your application through Canada Post’s careers portal. Make sure your resume is up to date and reflects any relevant retail, customer service, or postal experience before submitting.

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