Is being a post office clerk a good fit for you?
Serves customers at a post shop. Takes in letters and parcels, sells stamps and money orders, and sorts mail.
What the work involves
- Weighs letters and parcels, works out postage and sticks on the correct stamps.
- Checks that mail has the right postage and is in good shape to send.
- Sorts incoming and outgoing mail by type and destination, by hand or machine.
- Gets signatures from people receiving registered or special delivery mail.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be organising and hands-on. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
- Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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