Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service
Prepare incoming and outgoing mail for distribution. Time-stamp, open, read, sort, and route incoming mail; and address, seal, stamp, fold, stuff, and affix postage to outgoing mail or packages. Duties may also include keeping necessary records and completed forms.
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Salary Information
Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service: $38,150 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Prepare outgoing mail. | General |
| Verify shipping documentation. | General |
| Attach identification information to products, items or containers. | General |
| Sort mail. | General |
| Route mail to correct destinations. | General |
| Weigh parcels to determine shipping costs. | General |
| Unload materials or equipment. | General |
| Package objects for shipping. | General |
| Read work orders to determine material or setup requirements. | General |
| Send information, materials or documentation. | General |
| Inspect items for damage or defects. | General |
| Operate computers or computerized equipment. | General |
| Adjust office equipment to ensure proper operation. | General |
| Receive shipments. | General |
| Obtain written authorization to perform activities. | General |
| Explain regulations, policies, or procedures. | General |
| Sell products or services. | General |
| Collect deposits, payments or fees. | General |
| Maintain office equipment in proper operating condition. | Maintenance |
| Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning. | Maintenance |
| Analyze shipping information to make routing decisions. | Analysis |
| Coordinate shipping activities with external parties. | Management |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Adobe Acrobat | Document management software |
| Microsoft Windows | Operating system software |
| Email software | Electronic mail software |
| Financial accounting software | Accounting software |
| Postal Explorer | Mailing and shipping software |
| Web browser software | Internet browser software |
| Word processing software | Word processing software |
| Microsoft Access | Data base user interface and query software |
| Recordkeeping software | Data base user interface and query software |
Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Mail Manager | In-Plant Printing and Mailing Association | Not Available |