The Team
The BC Mail Plus Coquitlam team is a well-established and diverse group of drivers and support staff who work together to deliver important government mail across the Lower Mainland. With a team of approximately 18 people—including a manager, lead hand, drivers, and auxiliaries—they foster a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone’s contributions are valued and teamwork is essential. This team takes pride in providing reliable service that supports government operations and citizens, and they are known for their strong customer service and deep knowledge of government mail processes.
The Role
As a Postal Clerk, you will travel throughout the Lower Mainland to pick up, sort, and deliver government mail, helping ensure important information reaches citizens and public service offices on time. Your work directly supports accessible and reliable communication for diverse communities, making a meaningful impact on day-to-day government services. This is a great entry point into the Public Service, offering an inclusive and supportive environment where people from all backgrounds can grow, contribute, and build a rewarding career.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license with an excellent driving record and a clean driver's abstract.
- Experience providing customer service.
- Experience in keyboarding/data entry, word processing, creating spreadsheets and working with standard computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel and Outlook)
- Experience using operating equipment such as hand and power pallet jacks, electric forklifts, delivery vehicles, mailing machines and electronic scales.
- Experience using personal computers, multifunctional devices (MFD), handheld scanners and high-speed production scanners.
Provisos/Willingness Statements:
- Must be physically fit and able to lift heavy items up to 30 kg such as mail bags and parcels using proper lifting techniques.
- Must have good verbal and written communications skills.
For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected].
About this Position:
This is a part time position.
This is a temporary opportunity until March 31st, 2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.
The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.
How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.
Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.
Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.
