Postal Clerk – Retail Counter Clerk – Canada Post – Lunenburg, NS

Canada Post is looking for three enthusiastic Retail Counter Clerks to join their team in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. This is a temporary position that puts you at the heart of the community, helping customers with their postal and retail needs every day. If you enjoy working with people and thrive in a customer-facing retail environment, this could be a great fit.

In this role, you’ll be handling everything from point-of-sale transactions and financial processing to sorting mail and managing floor displays. It’s a varied, hands-on position where no two days look exactly alike — ideal for someone who likes to stay active and engaged throughout their shift.

About the Role: Postal Clerk – Retail Counter Clerk

As a Postal Clerk and Retail Counter Clerk at Canada Post in Lunenburg, you’ll be the face of the operation for walk-in customers. Your day-to-day duties span sales and customer service, operating a computerized point of sale system, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of postal products and services. You’ll also be responsible for processing various forms of payment, including cash, cheques, debit, and credit cards.

Beyond the counter, you’ll assist with receiving, sorting, and sequencing mail items, maintaining floor displays, and supporting merchandising and inventory control. The role requires the ability to handle mail items weighing up to 22.7 kilograms (50 pounds), so physical readiness is part of the job. Canada Post values trust, respect, and delivering on commitments — qualities they look for in every team member.

Benefits and Salary

This position offers a competitive wage of $23.81 per hour. As part of the Canada Post team, you’ll be working for one of Canada’s most recognized national institutions, with access to a structured and values-driven work environment. Preference in hiring is given to Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) and Persons with disabilities as part of Canada Post’s employment equity initiatives.

Responsibilities

Working at a Canada Post retail outlet means you’ll be juggling multiple responsibilities that keep the operation running smoothly. From serving customers at the counter to managing stock on the floor, your contributions directly impact the customer experience and the efficiency of the location.

• Deliver sales and customer service across a range of postal and retail transactions to ensure complete customer satisfaction
• Operate a computerized point of sale system efficiently and accurately
• Maintain knowledge of postal products, services, and delivery options to assist customers effectively
• Process financial transactions including cash, cheques, debit, and credit card payments
• Receive, sort, and sequence incoming mail items in an organized and timely manner
• Handle mail items weighing up to 22.7 kilograms (50 pounds) as required
• Maintain floor displays to ensure a clean and organized retail environment
• Conduct merchandising and inventory control to support stock management

Requirements / Skills

Canada Post is looking for candidates who are comfortable in a customer-facing retail setting and can handle the physical demands of the role. The ideal candidate brings a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and genuine commitment to helping people. Prior experience in retail or customer service is what will set strong applicants apart.

• Customer service experience in a retail environment is required
• Sales experience is considered an asset
• Physical ability to handle mail items weighing up to 22.7 kg (50 lbs)
• English language proficiency is essential for this role
• Ability to pass pre-employment tests, security screening, and an interview

How to Apply

To apply for this Postal Clerk – Retail Counter Clerk position with Canada Post in Lunenburg, use the link below to access the official job posting. Make sure your resume is up to date and reflects your relevant retail and customer service experience before submitting your application.

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