I worked for the Postal Service for 44 years. I was an RCA on a true county rural route for six years. Two years as a PTF clerk. Six years as a City Carrier and finally a Postmaster for thirty years. The rural side was by far my favorite and that’s where I’d start my career again.
They are not, pretty different actually. The only similarity is they are both part of rural craft. An ARC is part time, non union, and can never transition into a full time position, postal benefits, etc. You got the schedule part correct. The ARC position was designed strictly to alleviate the burden of delivering amazon boxes on Sundays
As an RCA, you will probably work 6 days a week, or more. You will deliver whatever route is needed each day. Typically it takes several years before you "make regular" and bid onto a route. Then, you will do the same route every day. Due to nationwide staff shortages, its highly likely to work 6 days a week as an RCA, CCA, and regular carrier. Be prepared for lots of mandatory overtime
I got hired for ARC and I’m so sad that I just realized the hours. I’m a hard worker and I really want more hours..I really need a job but I can’t do this man...
I did too, did you stick with it? My first day isnt until a week an a half. Have any advice, I'm getting nervous, but ive worked since i was 11 and I'm sure i could tough it out
How do I know where each exact location is ? I received 3 conditional job offers 2 CCA and 1 PSE. They all have the same state and borough, but where exactly is the warehouse ? or where can I find the zip codes?
hi actually Im a CCA but I injured my knees because up and down stairs and heavy packages....Im thinking to try to be a rural carrier so please tell me if is better to be there or is the same or worse..... I hope you answer me. thank you
Hi; any job at the post office will take a toll on your body; however as a rural the only walking you will be doing is for package delivery. All rural routes are mounted delivery. Do know, generally speaking, it takes longer to become a regular on the rural side than on the city side.
@@recycleplease It's in "Plant Operations" on the USPS careers site so I'm assuming they're the mail handlers. I was just curious what "casual CEP" was.
@@hellokittylove89 When did you find out it was only a 2 month assignment? I'm asking b/c I was offered the job for Clerk Assistant and the job description says Temporary. I don't know how temporary it is and if it is eligible for full time? How can I find out before I accept or decline in 3 days??
will depend on the office. Some RCA's work more than CCAs but some CCAs will work more than an RCA. RCAS get paid a bit more per hour but CCAs get paid differently for OT (its easier for a CCA to get paid for OT). And CCA will most likely become a regular sooner
CCA gets paid OT after 8 hours, RCA doesn't get paid for OT unless you work more than 40 hours in a week. So an RCA could work a 12 hour day and not get OT. Also RCAs pay is complex. Its almost like getting paid salary, unless they work over 40 hours a week
Get your Gatorade ready make sure and buy power bars and eat plenty of healthy snacks as you work you’re gonna be out there 8 to 10 hours a day if not longer on your feet all day walking probably 12 miles a day
I received an offer last night. It says I have 3 days to accept or decline. The position is Clerk Assistant, the closest position to my home. It is a temporary position. Do you know if a Temporary position typically becomes full time? Should I leave my current job? I don't know how to find out more about the hours/days/temporary status. Ugh!! Do I find out answers to my questions after I accept?
sorry for not getting back to you. If you accept a conditional offer I would not quit your current job yet. you will be able to get those questions answered after and have plenty of time to put in 2 weeks notice if the job seems like a good fit
I got an offer for ARC but just seen it days part time ? Anyone know how many hours do they usually work a week ? I need a fulltime job and wasn't aware I applied for a temporary part time . Lastly , Do they ever move a non-career part time to a full time career?
Within the post office. My union reps don’t have very much information when it comes to career changing in the Usps. I ask around about info on it and everyone says the same thing don’t leave and become rca or cca.
I went to do my fingerprints the other day for the post office job, and yes, almost everyone looked dark skinned. It kind of made me feel comfortable because I'm kind of dark (olive complexion). I'm too dark to pass for a white guy but too light to pass for a stereotypical mexican (sometimes).
MHA = Mail Handler Assistant. As far as I know it is like a PSE. They would start out moving and sorting mail at a local office, or maybe a distribution center? It also may be a seasonal position during holiday. I am not entirely sure on MHA.
I was MHA for a little while and loved it, a MHA does a lot in every area of a distribution plant on a daily basis. You could start on the dock receiving, then move to sorting in different areas. A lot of walking and physical work but typically what you handle is not heavy, probably sacks area the heaviest. Is good if you don't like to work in one area for long periods of time. MHA is a just indoors position. They also have PITs like electric pallet jacks and forklifts but you have to work your way up to be able to operate those. The MHA can become regulars, but they have seasonal positions they are called Casuals.
I worked for the Postal Service for 44 years. I was an RCA on a true county rural route for six years. Two years as a PTF clerk. Six years as a City Carrier and finally a Postmaster for thirty years. The rural side was by far my favorite and that’s where I’d start my career again.
I accepted the job as arc. I was completely unaware about the hours I need a full time job. I’m glad I seen the video I change my mind.
talk with managment at that station to see if they have full time positions. most offices do
My friend is part time and works 60 hours a week usually so depends
It depends if you prefer walking a lot and driving and just dealing with exercise or if you prefer dealing with people!
Thanks Andrew
We miss you in bellingham
CCA's in our office get like 60 to 70 hours a week.
Good video. I'm an ARC and I love it. Wish that I could do it 4 days a week.
Julius Thompson how many days you work a week and about how many hours?
Do you have any advice for me? I'm about to start in May and I've been trying to get as much info as possible
custodian is the best job you don't do shit. Just need make sure the manager's office is clean
XXXBIDTMF The only bad part is the pay is low but other than that you’re right
@@justq5505 that's not true
I know usps custodians that's making around 94 thousand year. I know because I work for the postal service
@@roshodjones1421 this is a fact
Imagine living your life just to end up being someone's bitch hell na
Why does everyone say this job sucks? I live in Cali and really it just seems like it’s a lot of walking
Do these jobs needs training before starting a job ?
@@sameepthapa95 they give you all the training
So ARC and RCA are the same thing?
Difference is that ARC is only Holiday and every Sunday. RCA is any day they don’t have someone?
They are not, pretty different actually. The only similarity is they are both part of rural craft. An ARC is part time, non union, and can never transition into a full time position, postal benefits, etc. You got the schedule part correct. The ARC position was designed strictly to alleviate the burden of delivering amazon boxes on Sundays
As an RCA, you will probably work 6 days a week, or more. You will deliver whatever route is needed each day. Typically it takes several years before you "make regular" and bid onto a route. Then, you will do the same route every day. Due to nationwide staff shortages, its highly likely to work 6 days a week as an RCA, CCA, and regular carrier. Be prepared for lots of mandatory overtime
So if you’re an RCA you’re pretty much working part time ???
It’s technically a part time position. You are not guaranteed 40 hrs a week. But I would be shocked if you did not work 40-80 hrs a week
I just accepted an job offer for arc but I was wondering how it was plus the hours
I got hired for ARC and I’m so sad that I just realized the hours. I’m a hard worker and I really want more hours..I really need a job but I can’t do this man...
I did too, did you stick with it? My first day isnt until a week an a half. Have any advice, I'm getting nervous, but ive worked since i was 11 and I'm sure i could tough it out
When did you find out how many hours you were to work? I am seeing they don't tell you this when you apply.
Alexia Skender I declined it. I took a temporary position as a mail handler.
Debra Reese for arc you only work one day
you can always try re applying as an RCA or CCA if your station is hiring
So you're going to have to pay your dues sorting BEFORE you become a clerk? LOL. Being the clerk is paying your dues, trust me.
Im trying to apply on my phone but It only bring me to Download. Do we have to apply online like on PC or laptop??
I know this a late reply but for someone looking at this in the future it’s way easier on a computer
How do I know where each exact location is ? I received 3 conditional job offers 2 CCA and 1 PSE. They all have the same state and borough, but where exactly is the warehouse ? or where can I find the zip codes?
it should have shown the station / city in each application you filled out online
hi actually Im a CCA but I injured my knees because up and down stairs and heavy packages....Im thinking to try to be a rural carrier so please tell me if is better to be there or is the same or worse..... I hope you answer me. thank you
Hi; any job at the post office will take a toll on your body; however as a rural the only walking you will be doing is for package delivery. All rural routes are mounted delivery. Do know, generally speaking, it takes longer to become a regular on the rural side than on the city side.
What is a CEP? And what is the difference between just CEP vs a Casual CEP?
I'm sorry I haven't heard of this position. hopefully someone else can reply with an answer.
@@recycleplease It's in "Plant Operations" on the USPS careers site so I'm assuming they're the mail handlers. I was just curious what "casual CEP" was.
ReMax Casual CEP I believe means part time hours or they call you in to work when needed, no set hours.
I was offered casual cep position but I declined it because it was only a 2 month assignment for the holidays
@@hellokittylove89 When did you find out it was only a 2 month assignment? I'm asking b/c I was offered the job for Clerk Assistant and the job description says Temporary. I don't know how temporary it is and if it is eligible for full time? How can I find out before I accept or decline in 3 days??
rca or cca which one is better / pays more/less work?
will depend on the office. Some RCA's work more than CCAs but some CCAs will work more than an RCA. RCAS get paid a bit more per hour but CCAs get paid differently for OT (its easier for a CCA to get paid for OT). And CCA will most likely become a regular sooner
CCA gets paid OT after 8 hours, RCA doesn't get paid for OT unless you work more than 40 hours in a week. So an RCA could work a 12 hour day and not get OT. Also RCAs pay is complex. Its almost like getting paid salary, unless they work over 40 hours a week
Just got offered CCA in Florida, any recommendations?
Get your Gatorade ready make sure and buy power bars and eat plenty of healthy snacks as you work you’re gonna be out there 8 to 10 hours a day if not longer on your feet all day walking probably 12 miles a day
Again you living in Florida it’s going to be hot as shit your fluids because you’re going to get dehydrated real quick
I received an offer last night. It says I have 3 days to accept or decline. The position is Clerk Assistant, the closest position to my home. It is a temporary position. Do you know if a Temporary position typically becomes full time? Should I leave my current job? I don't know how to find out more about the hours/days/temporary status. Ugh!! Do I find out answers to my questions after I accept?
i hope you didn't quit your job.
sorry for not getting back to you. If you accept a conditional offer I would not quit your current job yet. you will be able to get those questions answered after and have plenty of time to put in 2 weeks notice if the job seems like a good fit
I got an offer for ARC but just seen it days part time ? Anyone know how many hours do they usually work a week ? I need a fulltime job and wasn't aware I applied for a temporary part time . Lastly , Do they ever move a non-career part time to a full time career?
Usually 1 day a week
Career change was that difficult for you ?
Career change within the post office or after leaving?
Within the post office. My union reps don’t have very much information when it comes to career changing in the Usps. I ask around about info on it and everyone says the same thing don’t leave and become rca or cca.
@@kyleejones577 What is your position right now? Are you at a big or small office?
What’s the tattoo policy
@@reek2hate939 There isn't one
Thanks
I tried to get a job at USPS and they told me I wasn't dark enough to qualify.
LIE!!!
I went to do my fingerprints the other day for the post office job, and yes, almost everyone looked dark skinned. It kind of made me feel comfortable because I'm kind of dark (olive complexion). I'm too dark to pass for a white guy but too light to pass for a stereotypical mexican (sometimes).
@客觀論 ObjectiveTalk 10 4
What about mha???
MHA = Mail Handler Assistant. As far as I know it is like a PSE. They would start out moving and sorting mail at a local office, or maybe a distribution center? It also may be a seasonal position during holiday. I am not entirely sure on MHA.
I was MHA for a little while and loved it, a MHA does a lot in every area of a distribution plant on a daily basis. You could start on the dock receiving, then move to sorting in different areas. A lot of walking and physical work but typically what you handle is not heavy, probably sacks area the heaviest. Is good if you don't like to work in one area for long periods of time. MHA is a just indoors position. They also have PITs like electric pallet jacks and forklifts but you have to work your way up to be able to operate those. The MHA can become regulars, but they have seasonal positions they are called Casuals.
@@Elositofluffy thank you for the great information! I don't know much about plant operations at all
what is the easy one lol?
none lol