Postal Field Officer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Postal field officers collect and deliver mail and packages from the post office to destinations, handling face-to-face handovers and record management. They interact with local residents and travel delivery routes safely and reliably.
Description
Postal field officers operate from post offices, visiting homes and businesses to deliver mail and packages while also collecting them. They use handcarts, motorcycles, or light vehicles for efficient route deliveries, communicating face-to-face with customers for signatures, payments, and assistance with handling items. They respond flexibly to weather and traffic conditions, prioritizing safety, which requires physical stamina and attention.
Future Outlook
With the increase in online shopping, package delivery demand is expected to grow steadily. While automation and drone delivery technologies advance, human-provided detailed customer service and community-based services will continue to be needed.
Personality Traits
Attentive to Others / Excellent Communication Skills / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Fixed Route / Outdoor/Vehicle Work / Shift Work / Weekend Work
Career Path
Postal Office Clerk → Delivery Supervisor (Leader Position) → Regional Manager → Postmaster → Transfer to Other Logistics Companies
Required Skills
Cargo Handling / Communication Skills (Customer Service) / Delivery Management System Operation / Map Navigation Usage
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Customer Service Manners / Forklift Operation Skills / Operations Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to changes in weather and traffic conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to prevent address errors and delivery mistakes. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to walking and carrying loads all day. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Limited to understanding delivery routes; complex analysis is minimal. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Follows designated routes and procedures. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous acquisition of specialized knowledge is not highly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic quantity management; advanced numerical skills not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
Aliases
- Mail Carrier
- Postal Delivery and Collection Worker
Related Jobs
- Courier Driver
- Logistics Manager
- Newspaper Delivery Person
- Postal Office Clerk