Postal Service Clerks
Also called: Sales and Service Associate (SSA), Clerk, Window/Distribution Clerk, Sales Associate
What they do:
Perform any combination of tasks in a post office, such as receive letters and parcels; sell postage and revenue stamps, postal cards, and stamped envelopes; fill out and sell money orders; place mail in pigeon holes of mail rack or in bags; and examine mail for correct postage.
On the job, you would:
- Keep money drawers in order, and record and balance daily transactions.
- Weigh letters and parcels; compute mailing costs based on type, weight, and destination; and affix correct postage.
- Obtain signatures from recipients of registered or special delivery mail.
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Verbal
Hand and Finger Use
Math
Attention
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People interested in this work like activities that include
data, detail, and regular routines. They do well at jobs that need:
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