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Postal Hiring
POST OFFICE JOBS OPERATIONS TEAM

Mail Handler Sorter

Hamer, ID 83425 $38,000 — $62,000 / year Added Jul 24, 2026
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Competitive Pay
$38,000 — $62,000 / year
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Job Security
Stable public sector

Position Overview

Mail Handler Sorter - NONE

Become a part of our high-volume distribution center in Hamer as a Mail Handler Sorter! We are looking for focused candidates to help manage daily parcel processing and shipping. Working as a Mail Handler Sorter, your duties include managing automated sorting lines, checking shipping logs, and observing facility safety rules at all times. Help serve our community while gaining valuable warehouse experience as a Mail Handler Sorter within our national mail processing system.

The Mail Handler Sorter career path in the Hamer area is an element of national logistics and may involve sorting and dispatch responsibilities.

This position requires you to execute thorough manual sortation, which may involve lifting heavy mail bins and categorizing non-standard parcels. You will help load outgoing transport vehicles, keep accurate records, and collaborate with Mail Handler Sorters to provide top-tier service in Hamer.

Stamina and a strong work ethic are the most important requirements for this job. You must successfully clear a federal background screening, driving record check (if applicable), and drug test. This role is diverse, requiring both the physical ability to handle freight and the mental sharpness to read routing codes quickly.

Advancement opportunities may include supervisory or operational leadership paths, but availability varies by employer and location.

This informational page outlines the career path and benefits associated with the Mail Handler Sorter role in the ID market.

Key Responsibilities

Feeding mail items into high-volume sortation machinery in Hamer
Sorting non-standard parcels manually for the 83425 delivery zone
Identifying incorrect routing codes and correcting them in ID
Staging mail trays in target bins for dispatch crews in Hamer

Requirements & Qualifications

Good manual dexterity and attention to detail
Ability to stand for long shifts inside the Hamer facility
US Citizenship or legal permanent residency
Successful completion of required security screenings in ID

Preferred Skills

Experience in logistics, support, or administration
Familiarity with coordination, record keeping, or internal reporting
Experience maintaining records and internal reporting
Professional communication and reliable follow-through

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Mail Handler do?

Mail Handlers work inside processing facilities in Hamer — unloading trucks, moving bulk mail containers, and keeping package sorting running 24/7.

How heavy is the lifting in this role?

You'll regularly move items up to 70 pounds, with equipment provided for heavier loads. Physical stamina is key in ID.

What shifts are available?

Facilities in ID operate 24/7, with shifts spanning mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs.

Do I need warehouse experience?

No prior warehouse experience required. Training is provided on equipment operation and safety procedures for Hamer.

What's the pay for a Mail Handler in Hamer, ID?

Entry-level mail handlers in ID start at $20–$25 per hour, with career status adding health and retirement benefits.

Estimated Pay & Benefit Packages

Standard postal support positions in ID feature high-value benefits:

$38,000 — $62,000 / year
Estimated Annual Salary Range

Employment Benefits

Career Development & Training
Learning environment that supports success
65K Annually
Avg. TSA Officer income w/ benefits
Healthcare & Retirement Plan
Career employees receive federal benefits
Job Security
Join the American Federation of Government Employees Union

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Job finder with maps of TSA jobs within 25 miles.
Simulated practice exams with detailed answer explanations.
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