Volume Counter, Mail Operations – Canada Post – St. Catharines, ON

Canada Post is looking for 25 Volume Counters to support Mail Operations in St. Catharines, Ontario for a short-term temporary assignment. If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and take pride in contributing to your community, this is a straightforward role that fits neatly into a morning schedule over a two-week window.

Working under the direction of a Route Measurement Officer, you’ll be gathering data about Letter Carrier routes — counting, recording, and weighing mail to help Canada Post better understand delivery volumes. The work spans just 3 hours per day for 10 days, from October 16th to October 30th, 2026, making it an ideal short-term opportunity.

About the Role: Volume Counter, Mail Operations

This temporary position involves hands-on work in a mail processing environment. You’ll be directly assisting with the preparation and execution of a formal volume count — tallying letter mail, oversized items, and completing route sampling forms with information gathered from letter carriers. The role requires attention to detail and basic math abilities, as well as comfort with physical tasks including lifting.

Teamwork and the ability to follow direction are key in this setting. You’ll be working alongside Canada Post staff, so a professional demeanour, punctuality, and cooperative attitude are all important. Canada Post upholds core values of Trust, Respect, and Deliver, and all team members are expected to reflect these in their day-to-day conduct.

Benefits and Salary

This is a temporary position with Canada Post, one of Canada’s most recognized public institutions. While specific compensation figures are not listed in this posting, employees benefit from being part of an organization committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and a workplace that prioritizes accessibility and respect for all. The limited hours (3 hours/day) make it a manageable short-term commitment with a clear schedule.

Responsibilities

The day-to-day work of a Volume Counter is focused and methodical. Each shift involves preparing for and conducting an accurate mail count, ensuring that route data is collected reliably and recorded correctly. These responsibilities are essential to how Canada Post measures and optimizes letter carrier delivery routes across the country.

• Assist in preparing post office locations for the volume count process
• Count letter mail and oversized mail items in letter carrier cases on a block-by-block basis
• Record mail totals accurately and systematically
• Complete Letter Carrier Route sampling forms by gathering information directly from letter carriers
• Weigh mail designated for letter carrier delivery
• Assist with data analysis tasks using a calculator

Requirements / Skills

This role suits candidates who are reliable, numerically comfortable, and able to work independently within a structured team setting. Canada Post values individuals who bring attention to detail and a cooperative attitude to their work, particularly in time-sensitive operational environments.

• Education: Grade 10 or Secondary 4 minimum
• Communication skills: ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in English
• Listening skills: strong capacity to follow verbal instructions accurately
• Basic math skills: comfort with counting, recording, and simple calculations
• Physical ability: able to lift up to 23 kilograms (50 lbs)
• Availability: must be able to work a minimum of 3 hours between 6:00 AM and noon during the assignment period
• Professional conduct: punctual, attentive to detail, and able to cooperate with others

How to Apply

To apply, use the link below to access the official Canada Post job posting. Make sure your resume is up to date before submitting your application.

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