Regular Delivery Clerk
つうじょうはいたつがかり
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that delivers mail collected at post office counters to households and businesses. Mainly patrols designated areas using walking, bicycles, motorcycles, etc.
Description
Regular delivery clerks receive sorted mail at the post office and patrol designated routes in their assigned area to deliver it to households and businesses. If the recipient is absent, they leave an absence notice and guide them on redelivery procedures. They manage delivery routes and strictly adhere to schedules, accurately sort mail, confirm addresses, and engage in simple interactions with customers. They also handle the collection of mail, transport it back to the post office, and organize it.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of e-commerce, demand for parcel delivery is increasing. Amid the introduction of automated delivery robots and improvements in delivery efficiency, the value of personnel who can provide face-to-face services is high.
Personality Traits
Patient / Physically Fit / Polite and Courteous / Punctual / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Delivery / Full-time / Outdoor Work / Shift Work / Sorting Tasks
Career Path
Regular Delivery Clerk → Collection and Delivery Assistant → Delivery Supervisor → Area Supervisor → Collection and Delivery General Manager
Required Skills
Customer Service Skills / Mail Sorting / Map Navigation Use / Route Familiarity / Time Management
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Bicycle Riding / Customer Service Manners / Simple Packaging and Wrapping / Smartphone App Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Needed to flexibly respond to weather and traffic conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Needed to accurately judge delivery destinations and prevent misdeliveries. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical stamina is required for long hours of walking, bicycle riding, and carrying loads. |
| Stress Tolerance | Needed to continue work under the pressure of strict time adherence and harsh working conditions. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work mainly follows routes, so creative thinking is not particularly needed. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic number handling is needed; advanced numerical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Motorized Bicycle License
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle License
Aliases
- Mail Collection and Delivery Worker
- Mail Delivery Worker
Related Jobs
- Newspaper Delivery Person
- Parcel Delivery Driver
- Postal Worker