Location:
Dartmouth, NS, CA
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Job Requisition Id: 201741
Business Function: Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers
Primary City: Dartmouth
Other Location(s):
Province: Nova Scotia
Employment Type: On Call Relief
Employment Status: Temporary
Language Requirement: English Essential
Area of Competition: Applicants residing within 75 km from the Post Office in which this job is located are preferred
Number of Vacancies 4
Job Closing Date (YYYY-MM-DD): 2026-08-03
Job Description
Imagine that you could make the open road your office. As an on-call relief Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier with Canada Post, you can. We’re recruiting for dependable, organized individuals to deliver mail on an on-call basis to various communities.
If you enjoy working independently, as well as operating a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather and traffic conditions, then you’re ready to embark on a rewarding career and call the open road your office.
As an on-call relief employee with Canada Post, you’ll be working with an organization focused on growth and innovation, and recognized as one of Canada’s top employers and best corporate citizens. Along with receiving a competitive salary, you will have the opportunity to grow with us and discover your career potential, as you may be eligible to apply for any upcoming permanent Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier positions.
Job Responsibilities
- Be adept at sorting, collecting and delivering mail items, in a safe and timely manner
- Acquire and maintain knowledge of local infrastructure including roads, customers and delivery receptacles
- Ensure mail is safely secured in their possession
Job Responsibilities (continued)
Process various CPC products and services (Change of Address Notification, Damaged Mail, Items Delivered Bill (IDB) and others)
Wear Canada Post identification while on delivery and ensure its visibility while delivering and collecting mail from customers
Lift and carry items up to 50 lb/22.7 kg
Have experience in making deliveries and operating a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather and traffic conditions
Qualifications
Have a satisfactory safe driving record (driver's abstract required)
Possess a valid permanent provincial driver’s license - class 5 or G.
Other Information
Mandatory Vehicle Requirements
(*NOTE: The vehicle type for OCRE positions will depend on whether the postal installation has routes that contain RMB delivery. The vehicle requirements outlined below will be utilized accordingly. Delete what is not applicable)
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A minimum cargo capacity of 50 cu ft (1415 liters)
Automatic Transmission
Power windows;
A metal roof-top and accessory power outlet to accommodate a Canada Post sign and flashing light;
The middle of passenger window sill that is between 38” and 45” from the ground and maximum interior width of 56”;
Fifth door / hatchback to allow for oversized and bulky items to be loaded; (Preferred)
Provide and maintain the required automobile liability insurance for the use of your vehicle
Notify your insurance company as to the use of your vehicle while employed at Canada Post
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A minimum cargo capacity of 50 cu ft (1415 liters), 100 cu ft (2832 liters) or 150 cu ft (4247 liters).
A metal roof-top and accessory power outlet to accommodate a Canada Post sign and flashing light
Fifth door / hatchback to allow for oversized and bulky items to be loaded (preferred).
Provide and maintain the required automobile liability insurance for the use of your vehicle
Notify your insurance company as to the use of your vehicle while employed at Canada Post
Click here to know how to measure your vehicle's cargo capacity
Canada Post’s values and behaviours
Our Values - Trust, Respect and Deliver represent our fundamental promise to ourselves, our expectations of one and another and our shared duty to our country.
Our behaviours – Make the call, Know the destination, Deliver for others, Ignite our pride; embody our values, bringing them to life and guiding our actions.
We’re committed to living these values and practicing these behaviours every day. Learn more about the values and behaviours by visiting the Canada Post website.
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Canada Post’s values and behaviours
Our Values - Trust, Respect and Deliver represent our fundamental promise to ourselves, our expectations of one and another and our shared duty to our country.
Our behaviours – Make the call, Know the destination, Deliver for others, Ignite our pride; embody our values, bringing them to life and guiding our actions.
We’re committed to living these values and practicing these behaviours every day. Learn more about the values and behaviours by visiting the Canada Post website.
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All qualified candidates will be considered however preference will be given to Indigenous People (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) or Persons with disabilities. This is a special measure employment equity initiative and candidates from this group who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify.
Accessibility
Canada Post is committed to fostering an equitable, respectful, and caring workplace where everyone is welcome and has equal opportunity, where diversity is valued and celebrated and where we work together to remove barriers and promote accessibility. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you require an accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Employment Equity
Canada Post is committed to creating a safe workplace that embraces and celebrates everyone. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Persons with disabilities, Members of visible minorities, and Women.
Disability is defined as a persistent or episodic physical, sensory, or mental health condition and/or functional limitation. Disability includes both visible and hidden conditions and/or limitations that may impact vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, mental/psychological, and memory.
Information on our Equity, diversity & inclusion national strategy and our Indigenous reconciliation strategy can be found at the following links:
Equity, diversity and inclusion
Indigenous reconciliation strategy
Conflict of interest
A conflict of interest is when an employee’s interests (personal, financial or business) or relationships (family or close personal relationships) interfere, or appear to interfere, with the interests of Canada Post. To know if a conflict exists, please refer to the Canada Post's code of conduct.
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