Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier On-call Relief – Canada Post – Port Dover, ON

Canada Post is looking for a reliable, independent worker to fill a Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier (On-call Relief) position in Port Dover, Ontario. If you enjoy getting behind the wheel, working on your own schedule, and making a tangible difference in your community, this role puts the open road front and centre — quite literally your office.

As an on-call relief carrier, you’ll step in to deliver mail across various routes in and around Port Dover, handling everything from sorting and collecting to safe and timely delivery in all weather conditions. It’s a role that rewards self-sufficiency, local knowledge, and a steady hand on the wheel.

About the Role: Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier

This position involves delivering and collecting mail along rural and suburban routes using your own vehicle. You’ll be responsible for sorting items before each run, maintaining familiarity with local roads, delivery receptacles, and customers, and processing various Canada Post products and services such as Change of Address Notifications and Damaged Mail items. While on duty, you’ll wear your Canada Post identification visibly at all times.

Working on-call means flexibility is key — and so is dependability. Canada Post places a strong emphasis on safe driving practices, following established procedures, and upholding the organization’s core values of Trust, Respect, and Deliver. As an on-call relief employee, you may also be eligible to apply for upcoming permanent Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier positions, making this a great foot in the door.

Benefits and Salary

Canada Post offers a competitive salary for this on-call relief position. While specific wage figures are not listed in this posting, the role provides real opportunity for career growth — on-call employees are eligible to apply for any upcoming permanent positions within the organization. Canada Post is consistently recognized as one of Canada’s top employers and best corporate citizens, with a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Responsibilities

The day-to-day work of a Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier at Canada Post revolves around delivering mail safely and efficiently along assigned routes in the Port Dover area. You’ll be expected to manage your time well, handle mail with care, and represent Canada Post professionally while out on delivery.

• Sort, collect, and deliver mail items in a safe and timely manner along rural and suburban routes
• Acquire and maintain thorough knowledge of local roads, customers, and delivery receptacles
• Secure all mail properly while in your possession to prevent loss or damage
• Process Canada Post products and services including Change of Address Notifications, Damaged Mail, and Items Delivered Bills (IDB)
• Wear Canada Post identification visibly at all times while delivering and collecting mail
• Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lb (22.7 kg) as part of regular duties
• Operate a motor vehicle safely in all weather and traffic conditions

Requirements / Skills

The ideal candidate for this on-call mail carrier role is someone who is self-motivated, safety-conscious, and comfortable working independently in variable conditions. Canada Post values dependability and a strong commitment to serving the community, and applicants who live within 75 km of the Port Dover Post Office are preferred.

• Valid permanent provincial driver’s licence — Class 5 or Class G required
• Satisfactory safe driving record — a current driver’s abstract (dated within the last 30 days) will be required upon selection
• Suitable vehicle with a minimum cargo capacity of 100 cu ft (2,832 litres), a metal roof and accessory power outlet for a Canada Post sign and flashing light, and a fifth door/hatchback (preferred)
• Automobile liability insurance — you must provide, maintain, and notify your insurer of vehicle use for Canada Post deliveries
• Experience making deliveries and operating a vehicle in various weather and traffic conditions is an asset
• Physical capability to lift and carry items up to 50 lb regularly throughout the shift

How to Apply

To apply, visit the official Canada Post job posting using the link below. Make sure your resume and a recent driver’s abstract (dated within the last 30 days) are ready before submitting your application.

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