Post Office Assistant – Term – Canada Post – Labrecque, QC

Canada Post is looking for a dependable and customer-focused individual to fill an on-call Post Office Assistant position in Labrecque, QC. This is a temporary, on-call role within the Retail business function — ideal for someone who thrives in a community-oriented environment and enjoys helping people with their everyday postal needs.

Working at your local post office means being a key point of contact for residents and businesses alike. From selling postal products to processing and sorting mail, you’ll play an important role in keeping the community connected. If you’re comfortable working flexible hours and enjoy face-to-face customer interactions, this could be a great fit.

About the Role: Post Office Assistant

As a Post Office Assistant, you’ll be at the front lines of customer service, handling a variety of tasks that keep the post office running smoothly. You’ll assist customers at the counter, sell postal products and services, answer questions, and provide the necessary forms and information. On the operational side, you’ll be involved in sorting, distributing, and processing mail according to standard classifications.

This role requires a good level of physical fitness, as it involves lifting mail containers of up to 50 lbs, pushing and pulling boxes, sorting mail, and standing for extended periods. Candidates should be flexible and available for on-call shifts as needed. Canada Post prioritizes a respectful, inclusive, and safe workplace, and all team members are expected to uphold the organization’s core values of Trust, Respect, and Deliver.

Benefits and Salary

This position offers a competitive hourly rate of $20.54/hour. As part of the Canada Post team, you’ll be joining an organization committed to employment equity, accessibility, and an inclusive work environment. Canada Post actively encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, Persons with disabilities, Members of visible minorities, and Women, and is dedicated to removing barriers in the workplace.

Responsibilities

Day to day, the Post Office Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for customers visiting the post office. The role blends customer service, retail sales, and mail processing — making it both varied and community-focused. Here’s what you can expect to be doing regularly:

• Sell postal products and services to members of the public and the local business community
• Sort, distribute, and process incoming and outgoing mail into the appropriate classifications
• Provide customers with the information, forms, and guidance they need
• Address delivery issues and service difficulties, resolving problems thoroughly and quickly
• Handle cash transactions accurately as part of retail and counter service duties
• Lift and move mail containers weighing up to 50 lbs and perform other physical tasks as required

Requirements / Skills

The right candidate for this Post Office Assistant role will be someone who is comfortable working directly with the public and can handle a physically active work environment. Canada Post values reliability, flexibility, and a genuine commitment to customer service. Ideally, candidates will reside in or near the Labrecque community.

• 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 transactions
• Understanding of general or post office accounting systems
• Physical fitness to lift containers up to 50 lbs, push/pull boxes, sort mail, and stand for extended periods
• Flexibility to be available for on-call, temporary work as needed
• French language proficiency — French is essential for this role

How to Apply

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

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