A Day In The LIFE Of A Mail Carrier - RCA - USPS 📫

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    Fayetteville, NC 28314 Join me as I take you through a typical day in the life of a mail carrier! From sorting letters and packages to delivering mail in all kinds of weather, you'll get an inside look at what it's like to work for the Post Office.
    Although I no longer work as a mail carrier, I wanted to share my experiences and give you a glimpse of the challenges and rewards that come with this essential job. Whether you're considering a career with the Post Office or just curious about what goes on behind the scenes, I hope you find this video informative and entertaining.
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  • @hollieriversjustingarza6726
    @hollieriversjustingarza6726 3 роки тому +37

    I have a newfound respect for all mail carriers. I didn't know how hard it was until I recently got hired

  • @MOON777
    @MOON777 3 роки тому +30

    That’s the best when you finish early and still get paid for the full time duration of the route.

  • @SaraElizabethYT
    @SaraElizabethYT 3 роки тому +32

    My mail carrier is always whippin it through the streets. I can tell they are always rushing and now I know why. I thought someone fills the truck and someone else delivers it 🤷‍♀️You cleared that up. I really like this video!

    • @jeffw1267
      @jeffw1267 3 роки тому +2

      I don't run through my route (we are told not to, for safety reasons), but most carriers do it anyway. The supervisors' attitude is, "Just get your route done on time and I'll look the other way. Don't get caught breaking the safety rules (wink, wink)". I just move at the pace I would normally move if I am off work.

  • @randoff32
    @randoff32 3 роки тому +31

    Today I went to the post office to mail 20 letters...
    so I bought 20 stamps...and the clerk just handed them to me. So I said "Am I supposed to stick all these on myself?"...and she said "No. Stick them on the envelopes.."

  • @shandrag6329
    @shandrag6329 3 роки тому +15

    I was a regular rural carrier for 14years before injuring my back. It’s not an easy job. I trained at least 50 people and 98% could not do it and quit

    • @jeffw1267
      @jeffw1267 3 роки тому +1

      I'm well over 50 now and my body is pain-free, but I stretch every day for about 15 minutes and do isometric exercises. It also helps to lift with the legs, which the post office tells us to do anything. Some carriers wear weightlifting belts all day which seems like a good idea.

    • @shandrag6329
      @shandrag6329 3 роки тому +3

      @@jeffw1267 unfortunately it just takes one small incident to change your life. No matter how careful you are. I was pain free and in excellent shape also before my injury. I continued working and it caused severe damage that can’t be undone. There is a class action lawsuit against Usps because they didn’t give accommodations to injured employees. You either worked or quit. I’m on disability retirement through the post office now with full medical benefits. I’m also allowed to work in the private sector making 80% of my previous salary

  • @kimmy85546
    @kimmy85546 3 роки тому +13

    Love your video.
    I'm Regular Rural Carrier. You could be waiting 2 to 10 or more years to go regular carrier. But, whether you decide to stay and wait to become a regular carrier or just leave dont wait to invest for your future. Use s Roth IRA and just invest some every check and it doesn't need to be alot, just be consistent.
    That's my two cents.

    • @patricklefalchier6465
      @patricklefalchier6465 3 роки тому

      I started as 25 on the rca list I’m about to be 9 after a year and a half

  • @heididiego3719
    @heididiego3719 3 роки тому +1

    I was a carrier for 23 yrs and always safety 1st. Curve the wheels remove keys from ignition always have your satchel always carry dog spray. I hated those yrs. Thank God om not a carrier anymore all my youth down the drain. I lost so much weight I was always stressed out trying to make it back on time. I'm now indoors and just loving it. Being with the postal service for 30 yrs

  • @michaeldavis7827
    @michaeldavis7827 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you Nikki. I love our mailman, Mr. Sapp has been my mailman for over 15 yrs and I too have always wondered about how it's done. This gives you a new perspective of the mail service and how it's really done. Thank you again.

  • @jlopez9382
    @jlopez9382 3 роки тому +3

    This was an excellent example of what rcas actually do. We should let all new rcas watch this video bc this is exactly how I do my route to. Great video

  • @SincerelyLate
    @SincerelyLate 3 роки тому +5

    Definitely agree with everything you said in this video I’m a carrier as well

  • @katiebiance9554
    @katiebiance9554 3 роки тому +4

    This is SO different from how I do it! Love seeing the differences between carriers. I have Amazon, never less than 2 pumpkins of pkgs and 6 trays pf SPRs
    Which we say like the word spur

  • @goldarankin2268
    @goldarankin2268 3 роки тому +2

    My husband started in 1984 at 3.am unloaded trucks by hand sorted out bags by hand sorted everything by hand for 7.30 carrier work he was a clerk - carrier started routes from the office walking 4-5 plus miles then back to the office then go do collection didn't miss a day his first 10 years the real man of steel.The best to the next generation of USPS workers.

    • @davidalberty8951
      @davidalberty8951 3 роки тому

      Yeah definitely before us it was harder and longer. My longest days last year was about 12 to 13 hour days over a period of 3 months. My route starts at 8am I'm off no later than 530 pm and I only take overtime if I absolutely have to or being nice lol. But I couldn't imagine waking up to do all that at 3am.

  • @timothylippert3244
    @timothylippert3244 3 роки тому +2

    Most informative USPS video on UA-cam. Thank you

  • @sarahoh9993
    @sarahoh9993 3 роки тому +2

    This was really helpful! I’ve got my driving stuff tomorrow for rca! Looking forward to it. You had some great tips in there!

  • @TomMarvan
    @TomMarvan 3 роки тому +6

    Great video. I own a mailbox store and have great admiration for how hard our carrier and all carriers work for the USPS. Keep up the good work as a postal worker and video content producer!

  • @lurodriguez3183
    @lurodriguez3183 3 роки тому +1

    Thank u for sharing i always wwant to work in the postal service and even toke the exam but never got called.

  • @bayoustateoutdoors9650
    @bayoustateoutdoors9650 3 роки тому +1

    Good video, I’m a Rural carrier in Louisiana, started as an RCA in 97,
    Made regular in 2000

  • @MissMarievalencia91
    @MissMarievalencia91 3 роки тому +3

    I enjoy all your videos, I think you funny n don't even try to be...you make that look easy and I know it isn't. Have friends who have tried to work at the post office n they couldn't handle the work load...keep up your grind Nikki!🤩

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому +1

      It definitely can be hard for a lot of people which is understandable. Just gotta stick with it and keep trying. Thanks for watching!

  • @Brian-ns5gm
    @Brian-ns5gm 3 роки тому +29

    Don't you just hate it when you're learning a new route and a mailbox does not have a number on it?

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому +2

      Yeasssssss

    • @brickosalt4761
      @brickosalt4761 3 роки тому +3

      Or when you get a row of boxes for houses down a lane and a parcel for one of them and none of the houses are numbered.

    • @joemazaka5043
      @joemazaka5043 3 роки тому

      @@NikkiMarieVlogsNMV do you remember what you scored on the first assessment test and is that initial test very important ?

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому

      @@joemazaka5043 90 something

    • @lindsey6083
      @lindsey6083 3 роки тому

      Omg yes it's so annoying
      Lol

  • @EzWider808
    @EzWider808 3 роки тому

    Your videos are very helpful especially when trying to get into to RCA position. Thank you!

  • @arsen6964
    @arsen6964 3 роки тому +2

    I’d love to see this detailed example on a difficult route! It’s interesting to see how everyone does stuff differently.

  • @sonyacarlisle341
    @sonyacarlisle341 3 роки тому

    I appreciate your hard work 👍

  • @ShadowBox412
    @ShadowBox412 3 роки тому

    I just accepted an RCA position and look forward to the opportunity. I appreciate the insight about the position and like the fact your video is current. I pray for the day when I have experience like you do with the routes and processes. Thank you for the video.

  • @MailmanNick
    @MailmanNick 3 роки тому +9

    People always assume we have it easy. There's a lot Involved! It's also just as physical as some trade jobs.

  • @robertwatson6888
    @robertwatson6888 17 днів тому

    I`m a letter carrier in Canada with 37 years experience. In January 2017, Canada Post hired 50 letter carriers in my city. By April 1st, 42 had quit. That speaks volumes.

  • @kentcthahauler5354
    @kentcthahauler5354 3 роки тому +3

    I enjoyed this... Great Video!!🎉🎊

  • @MsCLPtown
    @MsCLPtown 3 роки тому

    I was a city carrier for 28 years, I promise you that route your on is freaking huge. I wish I had known about rural routes first. Be safe and take care. You're like surrounded by cases lol🙏🏾

  • @erikpeterson25
    @erikpeterson25 3 роки тому

    You are a super fast worker....kidding......seriously you have done a great job in giving us insight of what the work of being a USPS mail carrier is like ....Thanks and best

  • @christopherhubbard256
    @christopherhubbard256 3 роки тому

    Very interesting! I love the USPS already. Never knew what the carriers actually went through!

  • @robertrogers8794
    @robertrogers8794 3 роки тому

    I've been an RCA for about 2 1/2 years, and it is interesting seeing how another carrier does it in a completely different area. I case my mail the same way as you (the taco), but my case is much smaller (only 2 1/2 sections), but there is a lot more miles between boxes. I also have to use my own vehicle, since about 9/10 of my route is on gravel roads. I start my day at 7:15, leave the office around 9 (on an average day) and finish sometime around 3:30.

  • @WWETHROWBACKWILSON
    @WWETHROWBACKWILSON 3 роки тому

    I like it. It kind of reminds me of when I worked at my local library for about 4 yrs when I was in high school!
    I shelved books, dvds, cds, audio readings, etc.
    But before I shelved them, I used to have to go in back and organize the carts.
    If it was books, it had to be by the author, title, fiction or non fiction!
    DVDs-Title of movie, and genre
    CDs same thing
    Audio reading same thing!

  • @ramificationz7431
    @ramificationz7431 3 роки тому

    Been a letter carrier for 20 years, 13 of them on the same route. Deliver to about 1300 homes every day, I know all the customers names, whose moved in and who’s moved out. Even recognize people’s cars lol. Average around 3k dps, 4ft of cased mail, and about 300+ parcels and sprs daily.I don’t know how but I remember every package I see when I load up. Don’t case them , street them or mark them. It’s a heavy route but I like that , makes the day go by faster!

  • @hector94
    @hector94 3 роки тому

    you told the story well, thank you!

  • @chunky0077
    @chunky0077 3 роки тому

    Omg! 3:30 and done! I wish. We have a route and a cut in from another route everyday. And then sometimes still have to go help someone else. 8-6:30 or later is our days.

  • @SideHustleAddict
    @SideHustleAddict 3 роки тому +1

    Congrats 🎊 sister. USPS is way better than Amazon for sure

  • @octoberscorpio4LIFE
    @octoberscorpio4LIFE 3 роки тому

    Thank you Nikki💖

  • @AideninArizona
    @AideninArizona 3 роки тому +5

    This was really informative and I’m looking forward to my RCA orientation on Monday! Nervous, cause it seems like a ton of info thrown at you at once,
    but I’m sure I’ll get the hang of it lol

  • @plum8321
    @plum8321 3 роки тому +5

    The video was cute Nikki, just like that guy you lit up for!!

  • @marcelov9446
    @marcelov9446 3 роки тому

    Cool to see and appreciate you

  • @joemg2960
    @joemg2960 3 роки тому +1

    I work in nyc and my supervisor are more worry about number then humans that work for them! And they tell you are just a number and there is somebody waiting to replace you! I am a regular now and i paid my dues as a cca! We were force to work through the pandemic no hazardous paid. And i saw my brothers and sisters of covid19 because weren't even being giving the protection equipment to keep us safe at work.

  • @yvettedaniels2145
    @yvettedaniels2145 3 роки тому

    GREAT video. I'm a carrier entering yr 36 in CA.

  • @Mc55m
    @Mc55m 3 роки тому +1

    I am a carrier in NJ and I had no idea anyone cased their DPS! We only do that if there was any brought back the day before(dogs out, construction, road closed, etc).
    Clusters are so nice, except for pkgs that don't fit inside them. Xp
    That route sounds super easy, I walk 10-12 miles a day for my route!

    • @trepapi6539
      @trepapi6539 3 роки тому

      City carriers don't unless you have a business route and drive a promaster instead of an llv

    • @Mc55m
      @Mc55m 3 роки тому

      @@trepapi6539 I drive a promaster, but dont have a business route. So that makes sense! Thanks!

  • @dianadavis5969
    @dianadavis5969 3 роки тому +6

    Former mail carrier, current mail processing clerk n a distribution facility, I feel ya, everything is rush, rush, rush, all the time.

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому

      That’s what it’s all about!

    • @jeffw1267
      @jeffw1267 3 роки тому +1

      You get paid by the hour and you don't HAVE to rush. I'm a mail carrier and I don't expect the clerks to rush. If the mail is distributed late then it's management's responsibility to find a way to get the mail up on time. All clerks and carriers have to do is work safely.

    • @dianadavis5969
      @dianadavis5969 3 роки тому

      I don't rush either but that's their mindset.

    • @dhu55ein9
      @dhu55ein9 3 роки тому

      I plan on crossing crafts, after 21 years as a city carrier my body can't handle 15more years of this

    • @dianadavis5969
      @dianadavis5969 3 роки тому

      @@dhu55ein9 I completely understand, u have 2 do what's best 4 u and ur body.

  • @eddielongo7770
    @eddielongo7770 3 роки тому

    I have respect for you beautiful. I live in MD too. You deserve the best.

  • @Vile0708
    @Vile0708 3 роки тому

    City carrier for 23 years. 7 more to go. Actually love the job because of the customers, but not the drama from bosses. If the body permits it, I may keep going.
    I always said I would take a dollar an hour pay cut to be on an evaluated system like the rural carriers are because it's less intrusive and hostile. Not very much friction for management trying to micromanage. I will say during covid that the rural carriers are not getting done as early as they used to but it's still a better overall setup.
    Last comment I will make is it's nice to see the three-wing case. They took us down to two wings several years ago and we're even talking about combining it down to One Wing. Thankfully even most normal managers realize that would be horribly ineffective especially with the amount of Sprs we currently get.

  • @beckerickson8034
    @beckerickson8034 3 роки тому

    Great video! Thanks so much!

    • @beckerickson8034
      @beckerickson8034 3 роки тому

      I started as an RCA recently. My truck is packed to the top with parcels, no room to spare, jumping in and out of the LLV all day and I also have to scan everything twice. It's super hard😳 they keep telling me it gets easier.

  • @REMBRANTTUBE
    @REMBRANTTUBE 3 роки тому

    I'M ALMOST HIRED AS AN RCA....SO, IT'S A NEW WORLD FOR ME.... I'M A BIT NERVOUS!! GREAT VIDEO!! THANK YOU!!

  • @ad_stayfly7
    @ad_stayfly7 3 роки тому

    I usually tap the letter upside down in the desk of the case; it’s a lil easier lol

  • @missintheoldniners9257
    @missintheoldniners9257 3 роки тому

    Wish I could've seen this video before I started 14 years ago. Good system

    • @heididiego3719
      @heididiego3719 3 роки тому

      I delivered mail for 23 yrs. Those were the worst days of my life. I weighed 90 lbs I looked like a tweaker. I was 26 yrs old but looked like a 62 yr old. It sucked out all my youth. I just don't know I how I managed to go for so many yrs. I've reassigned to another city and now working indoors as a mail processing clerk. So I've been with the usps for 30 yrs. I now gained weight I don't have wrinkles I look healthy and very happy. All my seniority down the drain but I didn't care I'm so so happy now working indoors. Just wonder q he I didn't do this many years earlier

  • @justtiff6237
    @justtiff6237 3 роки тому

    Yess swinging ponytail

  • @cairo1077
    @cairo1077 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you for posting this video I have a better idea of rca now. The taco method is a good idea.

  • @cheezybred
    @cheezybred 3 роки тому

    Idk why this is so interesting

  • @MsTellitlikeitis48WithTheTea
    @MsTellitlikeitis48WithTheTea 3 роки тому

    (Carrier 9+ years in). An RCA is just like a CCA differences is, RCA means "rural carrier assistant" we're at CCA means "City carrier assistant". When you resigned quit or AWOL and come back you got to start from scratch you lose all your seniority you lose everything, that's why it's recommended that you put in for "temporary leave". Yes but I will agree working a rural route is a heck of a lot easier.

  • @patricklefalchier6465
    @patricklefalchier6465 3 роки тому

    Also. I put my sprs in order but routes i don’t know i load truck. If the red book is in order then it puts all sprs in order

  • @PimpingOutPain699
    @PimpingOutPain699 3 роки тому

    Seems like something I can do with repetition in North Carolina.. Already done the postal distribution center thing.. Great video.

  • @tiffany4160
    @tiffany4160 3 роки тому +3

    Great vid as usual! I’m also an RCA in Maryland 😀 I’ve been an RCA for a year now but I’m still the newest( & slowest lol) person at my station lm pretty decent on 2 of my primary routes though. I want to work on my speed in the office and on the route. I noticed that you don’t thumb the mail too much before you deliver..I am going to start doing that. Best of luck to you & stay safe!

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому +1

      The tacos and smallest to largest helps to be faster at the box for me. I like to take more time in office instead of the street.

    • @jeffw1267
      @jeffw1267 3 роки тому +1

      The best way to get faster is to case faster. That way you don't tear up your body. Also, move around as little as possible while in the station. Extra steps take extra time.

  • @Jared9614
    @Jared9614 3 роки тому +1

    Mannn I wish my office was that light on parcels we get quadruple that 2 APCs and a hamper is normal lol

  • @ShrewsandMarmots
    @ShrewsandMarmots 3 роки тому +6

    I'm a newer subscriber to your channel and I must say that I enjoyed this type of content. Can we expect to see more ride alongs with you working as RCA?
    My job is as an Amazon delivery guy, so much respect to you and your position. Keep up the great work.
    P.S. I also enjoy your food dash vids. 👍💪

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому +1

      I will see if I can, just have to see how this one goes over.

  • @SMPostcards
    @SMPostcards 3 роки тому

    Thanks Nikki Best Post Office video Yet!!
    Have a question that I get asked all the time.
    Does putting "Do Not Bend" on a letter envelope do anything for you when delivering mail?

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому

      For standard mail no, if I can bend it I will. For packages I won’t bend them if it says that. Can’t speak for others though.

  • @marllelinhidalgo4989
    @marllelinhidalgo4989 3 роки тому +7

    My first day of training is next Wednesday, the truth is, I am terrified, I have no idea how they are going to train me or anything. I finished the academy this past Friday and I want some advice from when you started and you didn't know anything about anything like me. Thank you 😊

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому +1

      When I first started as a cca I did only casing for a few days. Then they had me train on a route with a regular(3 days). Then on the 4th day I did that route by myself.
      As a rca I didn’t get trained because of my experience. The new rca’s at my station get trained anywhere from 3 days to a few weeks. It depends if they pick it up quickly or not.

    • @jlopez9382
      @jlopez9382 3 роки тому

      Just some advice I’m a regular and when I fist started I never thought I’d become a regular cuz there’s soo much to learn and it becomes overwhelming easily. Keep trying cuz it will get easier. This video is exactly how it looks example case the ffs first (bc there bigger and it will be easier to get the smaller mail in afterwards). Then case ur raw flats. Then case ur raw letters. Now when ur new they don’t like when u case ur dps and I train new hires to not case there dps bc it’s too time consuming. I personally like to cross cross my dps. Each address gets cross crossed so when u go to grab ur letters for that address it’s easier than having to go through each individual letter at the mailbox.
      Look how each carrier does things in ur office and figure out what works best for u. Overtime this will become second nature but learning soo much becomes overwhelming. Just try to keep that in mind when u want to quit (and u will) everyone feels that way when they first start but it will get easier.
      And one other tip is when ur on routes u don’t know to speed up some time try organizing ur raw mail by streets. Once u get ur piles of streets together look for the streets u do know and case it up. Eventually ur piles will get smaller and u will feel less overwhelmed than when u have a ton of raw mail u have no idea where it goes lol. Don’t be afraid to ask for help

    • @YaBoyOP_
      @YaBoyOP_ 3 роки тому +1

      Exactly what @jlopez9382 said about watch the other carriers and how they do things. dont be afraid to ask questions to anyone. During christmas rush, it will be overwhelming but just keep going. box by box. It'll be super easy after a while :)

    • @YaBoyOP_
      @YaBoyOP_ 3 роки тому

      its not nearly as scary as you think it to be

    • @jlopez9382
      @jlopez9382 3 роки тому

      @@YaBoyOP_ what do u mean my heart races before I even walk in the door every day lol

  • @Nikki7479
    @Nikki7479 3 роки тому

    Hi Nikki, Thanks so much for these helpful videos! I am currently at the fingerprinting step (RCA). For the evaluated time, do those hours include casing time + route?

  • @unicornus33
    @unicornus33 3 роки тому

    Does the package pickup slip list all the packages and addresses in order? If you have a large package to deliver to the front door of the house, I'm wondering how you remember who it goes to.

  • @greatbrittanyy
    @greatbrittanyy 3 роки тому +1

    how long does it take you to do the first part of the job? EDIT; you answered my question.

  • @aguffie1
    @aguffie1 3 роки тому

    This is so cool

  • @michaelmcgilvry7123
    @michaelmcgilvry7123 3 роки тому

    I got hired on ad a rural route carrier and about to leave a job I had 28 years as a route driver for a undercar distributor. I drive up to 400 miles a day somedays. Not near many stops though but some of the stuff I handle is heavy. The wages have stagnated the last 10 years so I think this could be a good opportunity for me and hope my route experience helps me.

  • @___shaishayshae__
    @___shaishayshae__ 3 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing I currently work with the USPS but as a clerk. I always wondered how long does the casing take cause it seems like the most tedious part of being a mail carrier.

  • @davidalberty8951
    @davidalberty8951 3 роки тому

    I only case my flats lol to me if it's already in order I don't need to touch it lol. Which is why I never case my papers. and don't get many flats so when I hit the street I mix my flats in with my dps for the block I'm on

  • @lindsey6083
    @lindsey6083 3 роки тому +1

    Becoming a regular rural mail carrier in 2 weeks!

    • @Sportsmom-dg6uf
      @Sportsmom-dg6uf 3 роки тому

      How long did it take you to become a regular carrier?

  • @EG-ii3fk
    @EG-ii3fk 3 роки тому +1

    I was wondering how do you know when you pull up to a mailbox if there is a package that goes with the mail. Thanks great video

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому

      Since I know the routes I know the big packages I have by memory. The small ones are in order so I just look at the next one.

    • @samanthapearson4054
      @samanthapearson4054 3 роки тому

      @@NikkiMarieVlogsNMV If your brand new how do you remember?

  • @VioUk
    @VioUk 3 роки тому +1

    Hello! Great! Nice one! Keep going!

  • @ParisHearn
    @ParisHearn 3 роки тому +4

    Ok I know one carrier who case her DPS to keep from any hiccups too

  • @tashon74
    @tashon74 3 роки тому +2

    Yeah RCA is way better. I'm a city carrier for 16 years of walking!!! It is not easy. I've been on the same route for over 12 years but my route is so chill and laid back so that's why I stayed for so long. But I got the years now to bid on something better so I can stop walking so much. I haven't found out yet if I got my bid. So fingers🤞🏾 ( the folks on my route love me and I love them so I know they will miss me 😔) Yeah they think our job is a game but it's far from it. But there is a lot of "new" carriers that makes the good carriers look bad because they are extremely lazy. 🙄

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому

      I was tired of walking after 2 years. Hated being dead tired at the end of the day.

    • @tashon74
      @tashon74 3 роки тому

      @@NikkiMarieVlogsNMV I feel you. I got out bidded on the route I tried to get. But I'm going to try again on the next bid cycle. I've been at the post office 16 years it's time to find something better. Stay safe out there. 😉

  • @dwanneswagerty2919
    @dwanneswagerty2919 3 роки тому

    great vid Nikki Marie, i'll be a CCA here in the Detroit area, i'm getting ready to start my LLV, FFV drivers training in a few days! do you get to drive the same vehicle everyday or do you have to hop in a random LLV every morning when you hit the road.

  • @michellexcyber
    @michellexcyber 3 роки тому

    100% accurate video!

  • @Pitchithard
    @Pitchithard 3 роки тому

    I just retired from the PO last year after 38 years,I was a city carrier. First can't believe you cased FFS that was a letter of warning if we did that. We had Chrismas volume packages all year. That drove me out a couple years early. Anyone getting a job as a CCA should expect to work 50 to 60 hours a week, That's just the way that job is anymore good or bad. Even my last year I was forced to work overtime almost daily, New people would quit or get fired at close to 50 percent.Hope the system gets back to like it was but highly doubt it good luck.

  • @patricklefalchier6465
    @patricklefalchier6465 3 роки тому

    We lost all fss down here. We get raw tubs. We have three office where i work at all three during the week. I’ve gotten as much as 9-14 tubs of raw flats. That kills us. I don’t case my dps. Everything to the street. For me it actually goes faster. I’ve beat those who case. I guess it depends on who it is.

  • @ParisHearn
    @ParisHearn 3 роки тому +1

    I’m surprised you do that first because most carriers I’ve worked with do the packages , flats, letters

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому +1

      Whatever works for you.

    • @ParisHearn
      @ParisHearn 3 роки тому

      @@NikkiMarieVlogsNMV that’s true , alota ppl say rca is more relax and less stressful

  • @richgang9273
    @richgang9273 3 роки тому

    How do you keep packages organized cuz I’m doing Amazon Sunday and i need the most tips as possible

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому

      Amazon Sunday you will number the packages using the load truck tool in dynamic delivery. So you just put them in order by number.

  • @timothybevis6095
    @timothybevis6095 3 роки тому

    Since when did they start caseing DPS and FSS? I retired 10 years ago and they would not let us case that stuff. Straight to the street after caseing the loose stuff.

  • @bobbeckhart1707
    @bobbeckhart1707 3 роки тому +1

    There are 3 types of letter carrier and they are very different from each other. City carrier rural carrier and contract carrier not the same not the same union not the same rules very different from each other

  • @heididiego3719
    @heididiego3719 3 роки тому

    You made it looked like it's so easy but reality it's not. Depending on the route they put you in. I was a T6 I did 5 different routes on certain people's day off. It was hell for me

  • @Timtat168
    @Timtat168 3 роки тому

    Hi Nikki, I like your videos. I m thinking to apply for the mail carrier position, but I don't know which one I should apply, Rca or Cca. What times you usually start your shift? Do you need to come in early during the xmas time? The reasons I ask are because I have to drop off my kids at school at 7:30. I want to make sure that I could go to work on time before I apply. Since you worked as CCA before, which position you like more, RCA or CCA? and which position is easier? Thank you!

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому

      My rca start time is 8:00am. I like the rca position more. The holidays we do come in early to do packages before our route. I started at 8am as a cca too!

  • @joellebyce2787
    @joellebyce2787 3 роки тому +2

    Woah! My mom works for USPS, my mom just got a new job in Florida as a mail carrier and my senior project was on the USPS:)

  • @ladydanielle
    @ladydanielle 3 роки тому

    Thank you for the videos! A few questions though please. How long does it take to get comfortable driving on opposite side? Is there any math involved? Wear did you get those gloves? That's a great idea to keep your hands clean and also prevent paper cuts lol. I just received my offer letter yesterday so I'm excited but nervous about driving. Not sure how long it will take me to get used to it. I'm hoping they provide a vehicle because I cant use my own.

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому +1

      The opposite side is not hard to adjust to. No math! The gloves I got from Amazon.

    • @johnjones5657
      @johnjones5657 3 роки тому +1

      You'll get comfortable within a week.

  • @dvaidc1177
    @dvaidc1177 3 роки тому

    Thank you

  • @deborahwright3271
    @deborahwright3271 3 роки тому

    So how do you know when you got a package to deliver when you deliver the mail. And wow who knew I'm grateful for my carrier. That's a lot to keep up with.

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому

      I number the big boxes from 1 to 6 so when I’m loading I look at all the section one packages. I put them in front with me and memorize what I have. As for the small stuff those are in order so I just look at the first one. Deliver it when I get to it and look at the next one.

  • @love4marv
    @love4marv 3 роки тому

    So, Associates/assistants are also considered mail carriers? thanks 👍🏾

  • @mtadventures5006
    @mtadventures5006 3 роки тому

    Look at you and your fancy big case. We only get 3 wings and every address is only 1 inch. Gets a little crowded over here. Lol

  • @charleshunter5768
    @charleshunter5768 3 роки тому

    Superdope video very informative 1love Mr Hunter👍🏿❤💯

  • @TibGamingShow
    @TibGamingShow 3 роки тому

    So I deliver for Amazon ! Amazon we just pick up the packages n put em in our trucks , seems so much easier then this job , also wen we finished we get paid for the whole day (10hrs shift) even if we work 3 hours or something ! Do y’all get paid for the rest of the day if finish early ?

    • @AideninArizona
      @AideninArizona 3 роки тому +1

      I’ve been delivering for amazon for a year
      too, and it was a decent job. Starting USPS on Monday though. I wish you luck man!

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому +1

      Yes we get paid the evaluated time of the route.

  • @sferrer313
    @sferrer313 3 роки тому

    I'm an RCA too in Connecticut 😊 it's not bad at all. I've done it for over a year too. The only thing I dislike is when the route evaluation is less than what it should be lol the route says 5.67 hours ( you arrive at 7:30 and leave at EIGHT) which is ridiculous but it made me be more efficient while doing a route rather than just trying to be fast.

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому

      I don't think we have any routes less than 7 hours.

    • @sferrer313
      @sferrer313 3 роки тому

      @@NikkiMarieVlogsNMV yeah those 9 hour routes is where the money is lol

  • @cassandram.554
    @cassandram.554 3 роки тому

    Wow! It's amazing seeing the difference. I'm a city carrier, your case is alot bigger than mine. Haha you literally case in a 360😂🤦🏻‍♀️. I only have two sides,but all walking. Thanks for posting this! Why do you take time to case your DPS?

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому

      All rural carriers do, we spend less time on the street then city carriers.

    • @cassandram.554
      @cassandram.554 3 роки тому +1

      @@NikkiMarieVlogsNMV I noticed in your video 👍🏼 that's pretty cool in my book. We are in the office for about an hour tops before heading to the street! I'm kinda liking the RCA status.

  • @abqfire72
    @abqfire72 3 роки тому +1

    Currently it’s Sunday and I’m on my 2nd Amazon route and than I have to go help the new guy on his 1st Rt lol

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому

      Aww I’m sorry you have to go through that. My good drivers have to do the same thing.

    • @richgang9273
      @richgang9273 3 роки тому

      Any tips for Amazon Sunday?

  • @WhoizKittiB
    @WhoizKittiB 3 роки тому

    Hey beautiful!!!!! Lovely video!❣️
    CCA or RCA? Which one do you prefer?

  • @laninaru
    @laninaru 3 роки тому

    Hey Girly, thanks for posting this. It makes me want to apply, but my Hubby always tries to talk me out of becoming an RCA. 😩 Maybe I can just be an Amazon Driver later later.

  • @Antonyt13
    @Antonyt13 3 роки тому

    I got hired "off the street" as a city carrier (not a CCA) and this definitely looks overwhelming. Any advice before I start? How long does it take to get the flow of things during the case/sorting phase?

    • @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV
      @NikkiMarieVlogsNMV  3 роки тому +1

      Keep calm! Can’t say some people pick it up quicker then others. Also depends on the route but after a couple days of looking at the same case it gets easier.

  • @ceciliaprindle23
    @ceciliaprindle23 3 роки тому

    Thinking into become a RCA. Noticed some of you guys use your personal vehicle, is the mileage and wear/tear reimbursed?. Thanks

  • @WattsTheFed
    @WattsTheFed 3 роки тому

    We don't have FSS in my office but isn't it supposed to be sequenced for you like DPS is?

  • @joeymichael3437
    @joeymichael3437 3 роки тому

    Dope video btw I’ve been subscribed to your channel for a minute now would like to know if you’re mix raced or latina
    Keep up the great Work! 👍🏻

  • @annaperrycoleman3932
    @annaperrycoleman3932 3 роки тому

    Thanks