The Role Of Mail Carriers In The 21 St Century

By George Dodson


In the words of Mark Twain, In a little while all interest was taken up in stretching our necks and watching for the "pony-rider"--the fleet messenger who sped across the continent from St. Joe to Sacramento, carrying letters nineteen hundred miles in eight days! Think of that for perishable horse and human flesh and blood to do! Since then, mail has become a very important part of our lives. As a kid, I waited for hours on end to receive the most minute of items in the mail.

The last ten years have seen great changes. Computers and the internet do a lot for us that mail used to do. Snail mail is still important and prominent irrespective of this.Mail carriers are still an important part of many people's lives.

What are their tasks?

They sort and deliver mail and packages (occasionally) to homes and businesses.

The advantages of being a mail carrier

One doesn't have to be qualified.Those who have just left school have a chance to work without qualifications. Some countries pay well for this job. The annual salary starts with $25000 usually. With experience and age, this can increase to $60000 per year.

As postal workers in the federal employee health benefits program, their retirement is covered by the government. Various fringe benefits such as life insurance and savings are provided. They also have the benefit of free exercise if they choose to walk to deliver mail. They can feel the crisp morning and afternoon air regularly. They also get to meet a wide variety of people along their route. Since they do the same route every day, the quickly get accustomed to what needs to be done. Mail carrying allows its employees to be on the go at all times unlike regular desk jobs. Veteran mail carriers can have a lower score on their postal service examination. This is their primary advantage over people with no military experience. You can find some tips to get a position at their website. Mail carriers still have a place in their 21st century. By securing position in this industry, you are following in the footsteps of many who came before you.If you choose to become one yourself, you are part of an age-old tradition that will continue to thrive for years to come.




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