Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier On-Call Relief – Canada Post – Windsor, NS

Canada Post is looking for a dependable, self-motivated individual to join its team as a Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier, On-Call Relief in Windsor, Nova Scotia. If you’ve ever dreamed of making the open road your office, this is a role worth exploring. You’ll be out in the community delivering mail to residents and businesses across various routes — no two days quite the same.

As an on-call relief carrier, you’ll work independently, operating your own vehicle in all kinds of weather and traffic conditions. This is a great entry point into a long-term career with Canada Post, as on-call relief employees may be eligible to apply for upcoming permanent positions on rural and suburban mail carrier routes.

About the Role: Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier, On-Call Relief

This position involves sorting, collecting, and delivering mail items safely and on time along established routes in and around Windsor, NS. You’ll be expected to learn local roads, customer locations, and delivery receptacles — building a solid working knowledge of the communities you serve. The role also includes processing various Canada Post products and services such as Change of Address Notifications, Damaged Mail handling, and Items Delivered Bills (IDB).

This is a temporary, on-call position, meaning your schedule will vary based on operational needs. You’ll be representing Canada Post in the field, so wearing your Canada Post identification while on delivery is required at all times. The role involves physical activity, including lifting and carrying items up to 50 lb (22.7 kg), making physical fitness part of the job.

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 comes with the opportunity to gain valuable experience within one of Canada’s most recognized organizations — regularly acknowledged as one of Canada’s top employers and best corporate citizens. On-call relief employees are eligible to apply for permanent Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier positions as they become available, making this a genuine stepping stone for long-term career growth.

Responsibilities

Day-to-day, a Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier is responsible for keeping communities connected through reliable, timely mail delivery. These responsibilities require strong organizational skills, situational awareness on the road, and a genuine commitment to customer service and safety.

• Sort, collect, and deliver mail items in a safe and timely manner along designated routes
• Build and maintain knowledge of local roads, customers, and delivery receptacles in the Windsor area
• Secure all mail in your possession to ensure it is protected throughout the delivery process
• 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 mail items weighing up to 50 lb (22.7 kg)
• Operate a motor vehicle safely in varying weather and traffic conditions throughout your shift

Requirements / Skills

The ideal candidate for this on-call mail carrier role is someone who thrives working independently, takes pride in reliable and organized work, and has a solid driving record. Canada Post values employees who demonstrate trust, respect, and a commitment to delivering for others — both literally and figuratively.

• Valid Class 5 or G provincial driver’s licence (permanent) is required
• Satisfactory safe driving record — a current driver’s abstract dated within the last 30 days will be required if selected
• Personal vehicle meeting mandatory cargo requirements: minimum 50 cu ft (1,415 L) cargo capacity, automatic transmission, power windows, metal roof with accessory power outlet, and a passenger window sill height between 38″ and 45″ from the ground
• Automobile liability insurance for vehicle use during employment, with notification to your insurer
• Experience making deliveries and operating a motor vehicle in various weather and traffic conditions
• Preference given to applicants residing within 75 km of the Windsor Post Office
• Employment equity priority: preference will be given to Indigenous People (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) or Persons with Disabilities

How to Apply

To apply for this Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier, On-Call Relief position with Canada Post in Windsor, NS, use the link below to access the official job posting. Make sure your resume is up to date and that you have a current driver’s abstract ready, as it will be required if you are selected for consideration.

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