If you are looking for a flexible, on call role that serves your local community, consider joining Canada Post as a Post Office Assistant in Château Richer. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys helping customers, handling cash transactions, and sorting mail accurately. You will work in a fast paced retail environment where every interaction matters. The ideal candidate lives in or near Château Richer because reliable local presence is important for on call scheduling. However, applicants from outside the community may still be considered if needed. You do not need a degree; a high school diploma or equivalent experience is sufficient. This temporary, on call role offers a chance to build skills in postal services while serving the public in French.
Company Overview
The employer is Canada Post, a national postal service provider that connects Canadians from coast to coast. They are committed to trust, respect, and delivery as core values. The Château Richer location serves a small but engaged community in Quebec. Canada Post offers a fast moving career environment for people with ambition, talent, and drive. They value employees who make the call, know the destination, deliver for others, and ignite their pride. Working here means being part of a respected institution that has served Canadians for generations. This on call position gives you flexibility while contributing to an essential public service.
Key Responsibilities
- Sell postal products and services to both business customers and the general public in a friendly and efficient manner
- Sort, distribute, and process incoming and outgoing mail into the appropriate classifications based on postal regulations
- Provide customers with necessary forms and accurate information about shipping options, rates, and delivery times
- Address delivery and service difficulties thoroughly and quickly to resolve problems and maintain customer satisfaction
- Handle cash transactions accurately, including sales, refunds, and postal money orders
- Maintain a clean and organized counter area, ensuring all supplies and forms are stocked and accessible
- Lift and move mail containers weighing up to fifty pounds, push or pull boxes, and stand for extended periods during shifts
Qualifications
A high school diploma or provincial equivalency is required. You may also qualify with experience in business administration instead of formal education. Training or experience interacting with the public in a retail or service environment is essential, including handling sales and cash transactions. You should have a basic understanding of general or post office accounting systems. Physical fitness is necessary because you will lift mail containers up to fifty pounds, push or pull boxes, sort mail, and stand for long periods. Flexibility to be available for temporary on call work is critical. You must speak French fluently because this position is designated French Essential. No English requirement is mentioned, but basic English may be helpful. Candidates residing in Château Richer are strongly preferred.
Benefits and Perks
This on call temporary position pays an hourly salary of USD 20.54, which is competitive for retail postal roles in Quebec. While the role is on call and not full time, you gain valuable experience with a national employer. You will receive training on postal products, systems, and safety procedures. The job offers flexibility, allowing you to balance other commitments. As a Canada Post employee, you become part of a team that values trust, respect, and delivery. There is potential for future opportunities within the postal service. No other benefits like health insurance or paid time off are mentioned for this temporary on call role.
How to Apply
To apply for this Post Office Assistant position, visit the Canada Post careers website and search for requisition ID 199642. Make sure your resume highlights any retail, cash handling, or customer service experience. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. If this role matches where you want to take your career, do not wait. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.