Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service
What is a Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service?
Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service, are vital contributors to the effective handling and distribution of mail and packages in various organizational settings, such as businesses, government agencies, and other institutions that deal with significant volumes of correspondence. These professionals primarily focus on the preparation, sorting, and management of mail and packages to ensure timely delivery and accurate record-keeping.
Mail Clerks are responsible for a range of duties, including receiving incoming mail, sorting it by address or type, and preparing outgoing mail for delivery. They may also handle special mailings, such as bulk mail, and ensure that all postage and mailing requirements are met. In addition to these responsibilities, they often perform administrative tasks, such as maintaining mailing lists, entering data into computer systems, and managing inventory of mailing supplies.
Mail Machine Operators, on the other hand, typically oversee and operate machines that automate the sorting, processing, and packaging of mail. They may set up, monitor, and troubleshoot machines like postage meters, letter sorters, and labeling equipment. These operators ensure that machinery runs efficiently and that mail is processed accurately and swiftly, minimizing delays and errors in delivery.
Overall, individuals in these roles play a critical part in enhancing the operational effectiveness of mail handling and distribution processes, contributing to the smooth flow of correspondence within and outside their organizations.
Tasks
- Wrap packages or bundles by hand, or by using tying machines.
- Verify that items are addressed correctly, marked with the proper postage, and in suitable condition for processing.
- Remove containers of sorted mail or parcels and transfer them to designated areas according to established procedures.
- Sort and route incoming mail, and collect outgoing mail, using carts as necessary.
- Affix postage to packages or letters by hand, or stamp materials, using postage meters.
Technology Skills
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Electronic mail software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Outlook
- Presentation software
- Data base user interface and query software
- Spreadsheet software
- Accounting software
Tools Used
- Automatic postal or mailing machine
- Franking or postage machines
- Postal scales
- Sorters
- Microfiche or microfilm viewers
Knowledge
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Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
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English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Skills
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Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
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Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
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Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
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Time Management
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Abilities
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Near Vision
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
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Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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Category Flexibility
The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
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Finger Dexterity
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
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Information Ordering
The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?
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High school diploma or equivalent
or: GED, High School Equivalency Certificate
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Less than high school diploma
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Associate's degree
Work Activities
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Performing General Physical Activities
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
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Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
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Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
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Controlling Machines and Processes
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Detailed Work Activities
- Package objects for shipping.
- Weigh parcels to determine shipping costs.
- Unload materials or equipment.
- Verify shipping documentation.
- Inspect items for damage or defects.
Work Interests
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
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Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$28390.0 - $49700.0
New job opportunities are less likely in the future. : Below Average
Assessment
Related assessments and tests
No assessment available.