USPS Carrier Academy

[@blue99saturn]

Richard, check the work schedule every day. As a CCA, your schedule changes day to day, even hour to hour because you're not assigned a regular route or have regular set hours. If you're not scheduled to work a particular day, then you're off. You're not "on call," if management tells you so. You have no obligation to answer your phone or answer a text message. And if you're scheduled to start work at 9am and management either calls you and tells you to report at 10am, you start at 9am and get paid from 9am. See your union steward if you have any questions or problems.

[@jeffw1267]

But make sure not to answer your phone if you don't want to work. Once they get you on the phone, you have to come in and if you don't, they will put you down as AWOL. We have had CCAs fired over that.

[@jermal2012]

I been getting unsatisfied on my evolution can i get fired for that

[@coldstonecanc3rgang994]

Thank you for the advice!

[@flonkas]

Is this the same thing for RCA?

[@steviestanley8829]

I started my application process back in the beginning of April. I had accepted the job and done all of my drug screenings and submitted the final background check on Friday July 13th . Now I'm just currently waiting for a date for orientation day! I am so thankful for you and these videos! They put my mind at ease somewhat knowing a little of what is going to happen!

[@VinylFlesh]

You ever start?

[@TrevorSpaulding]

Just got a job as a cca, had my first shadow day today, it went pretty well. I enjoy your videos very much!

[@cbrown9673]

How do you like it?.

[@TrevorSpaulding]

C Brown honestly bro I don’t like it at all: they work you like a dog 50-60 hours a week, every Sunday and Saturday and you normally only get one day off during the week if that. I’ve gone 16 days straight before getting a day off. I do not enjoy walking 13 miles a day in 95 degrees. The only benefit is that you get paid very well, but it’s hard to have a life outside of work.

[@queensize7867]

I enjoy your videos! I am currently waiting for my Academy day! In the meantime I’ll be learning Amazon and how to deliver parcels! Yes there is a lot more to delivering mail than people think. I so look forward to the challenge .

[@MFRiley]

Thanks for the video.. I will not be staying with the USPS unfortunately. I am a full time student, and from what I've seen I already know this job would be too stressful to handle both school and work. Kinda sucks because I'd be getting paid $19 an hour. Oh well, happiness over money. I'll still be doing academy because why not, you get paid for easy work. But after that, I think my short time there will be over. Good luck to anyone that is starting with the USPS, keep your head up. Definitely have a lot more respect for Postal workers. (Not that I didn't already have respect for them)

[@MA-iu2py]

Thanks alot bro your videos are informative and direct I learned from it definitely

[@rickhunter6242]

Another Great video. Thanks for posting!

[@richardrichardson7972]

You're welcome! Thanks for the kind words.

[@MailmanNick]

Walking is the easiest part. It's the casing and other stuff that I'm worrying about.

[@Wenyi108]

Same

[@MailmanNick]

@@Wenyi108 still hate casing lol

[@Wenyi108]

@@MailmanNick how long did you have after the job offer to complete your fingerprints??

[@MailmanNick]

@@Wenyi108 it was like a month after I got the email.

[@Wenyi108]

@@MailmanNick I got one email that said I have 5 days to complete them and another that said 7. I couldnt get them done until a week after the offer so hopefully I'm golden 🤣

[@STANPEDETV]

What did you have to wear I start the academy tomorrow

[@antoniomogavero9717]

Hey Richard, I am taking time to make sure I let you know I have been following your videos very closely. I accepted my CCA position Yesterday although I interviewed for the RCA position here in CT. I am starting my first official day (Shadow Day) on the 18th of August and then Orientation on the 20th. Thanks for all the updates along your journey please update us on anything you do I enjoy watching the videos you were very informative.

[@nowitznes41]

you still there?

[@blue99saturn]

Now, you'll do three days with an OJI and actually case and deliver mail. It's going to be tough, but just do your best and don't let management get to you. Some advice I give to my CCAs. Keep track of your hours. Management may delete clock rings or alter clock rings to make their reports look good. Read the contract and CCA Rights and Benefits booklet. Management will take full advantage of your 90 working/120 calendar probation period and will fire you for no reason within that period. Join the union and attend branch meetings. Ask questions. Good luck, brother. You have a good attitude and work spirit, so I believe you'll do well.

[@richardrichardson7972]

Thanks so much for the kind words and advice, John! I completed Day 2 of OJI today! So far so good. It's tough, but I'm enjoying the challenge.

[@blue99saturn]

Just curious, what office are you assigned?

[@blue99saturn]

And you're welcome. Buy yourself several pairs of good walking shoes. Any questions you have about the job, just let me know.

[@jeffw1267]

Also, rotate your walking shoes from day to day. The tiny air bubbles in the shoes get beaten down and it takes a few days for them to spring back. Letting the shoes dry out is also good. Sometimes if my feet are hurting, I change shoes at lunchtime. That always helps my feet.

[@JaneDoe-gk4yb]

When your with an OJI.....Do they watch you do the work or do you watch/help them?

[@raulfuentesjr9284]

Thanks video was very helpful; just finished Orientation and Driving about to go CCA academy next week

[@jeffw1267]

I think the job is great, at least the part where you're on the street. Being in the office with the supervisors badgering you is not so fun, but when you make reg you can talk back to them. I've come up with some pretty creative insults during my career.

[@tempesttking5715]

jeffw1267 😂👍🏾

[@krombopulosabraham2824]

Can the postal inspectors do that too? I think im going to finally that the inspector gig

[@deneisadynamics]

Very helpful video. I have my right hand drive certification this week & I'm a little nervous about it

[@amerse416]

I just did my right hand certification, and was nervous as well. But passed. Just remain calm, and have confidence. Alot of it for me was just not psyching myself out. Good luck! It's was much easier to catch on than I thought

[@jj7834]

Austin Tx. I start CCA orientation next week. South side...I'm ready

[@paullasmith4975]

You EARN your living here. Little is given to you other than the opportunity to serve the general populace. If you're looking for some where to get paid for not working, look else where. Pay is great. Great bennies. Hang in there. Do what's asked of you. Can be very rewarding. Attend all union meetings as you are able. Know the rules, don't accept somebody's opinion. Remember; you're a servant--that's what you get paid for. Good Luck and God Bless.

[@dannymcclinton3761]

Is the pay for orientation and training academy the same as your start salary?

[@pantherpawz]

Are there any written tests during defensive driving training or the academy?

[@amyhoffelt7371]

Because the process is lengthy. At what point would you say is good to put your notice in with your current job.

[@sandrafletcher5563]

I started applying in September did my fingerprints oct 9 i had my orientation starting this last week Nov 16th have my shadow on the 21st and my Backlot on the 30th of Nov and my academy is Dec 1st an 2nd.

[@poorlivesmatter6882]

Did my ps7 job old name was t6-2 career employee after 10 years in army. My shortest was 11 miles & longeat was 16 miles lol in 8 hours was 2 routes but I cut 4 routes all walking I retired gs-21 but I'm wore out man. Lol

[@Lizett33]

I appreciate you sharing your experience!

[@richardrichardson7972]

Lizbiz Sub thank you and thanks for watching!

[@MikeJones-jr6wp]

Hey Richard I start as an rca for orientation next week. Is there as much walking involved like a cca? Do you think hiking boots would be fine to wear for that and when I’m in training? What shoes do you recommend?

[@richardrichardson7972]

Mike Jones from my understanding there is NO walking as an RCA. It’s all mounted, but you may have some apartments. You don’t do walking loops or anything like that as an RCA

[@adambadger]

Where are the USPS carrier academy located at? Is it at your local post office or at a different location at a different hub? I live in the Midwest (Iowa/Illinois).

[@adambadger]

@Missy D. It's at a different center. You can stay at a hotel and they'll reimburse you back. When you are at the Offer phase, you'll be getting a call or email from the post office detailing the orientation stuff. Be patient it's a long process. But, once in offer phase that's it and congrats on your new job! You will be getting a letter in the mail from USPS HR you got the job and details on the USPS Career Candidate site.

[@adambadger]

@Missy D. APPLICATION ENTRY - After you submit the Application PRE HIRE - schedule for an interview SELECTION LIST -Candidates are being reviewed HIRE LIST - Qualified applicants are on ranking OFFER PHASE (EXT) - Hired! should receive a job offer and wait for the start date.

[@rosemikebossi9471]

I had to drive 3 hours for academy. they put me up in a hotel. so crazy they make u drive so far for this.

[@iwanttoseemrshow]

I have the exact same question and I cannot find an answer. Did you?

[@robertorodriguez4104]

Could you comment on the NACI background check that CCC go through?

[@MJ-ke1hn]

So helpful video Thanks!!

[@MikeJones-jr6wp]

Thanks man, I know we have about 11-13 routes. How many days do you think I will be working and do you have any idea how much I’d make monthly? I’m suppose to work Saturday thru Monday. But also on call I believe. Thanks for getting back to me so quick.

[@richardrichardson7972]

Mike Jones not sure. I have no idea about the rural side of things. Sorry mate. All I know is that you’re paid by route evaluation time, not hourly.

[@Life.path11]

Thanks for your videos

[@JaekwonG21]

Do you take any test in the academy?

[@Teamster83]

How long does the naci take?

[@chefbeefsalsa2938]

Does anyone know the difference between orientation and academy? I got a email saying I’m doing orientation for 3 days then academy for 4 days. Then shadow day.

[@miguelflores6390]

How long did the NACI Background check take?

[@richardrichardson7972]

Miguel Flores mine took about a week I think

[@txpprod]

You guys CCA Academy was wack then 🤣. Im in Cleveland and our academy was lit 🔥 and its not tough

[@GhostRider-xi3pb]

On my shadow day we did 11 miles walking. Just finished academy. First day of OJI is tomorrow. Are you still working for USPS?

[@TomSmith-dt4tj]

yes he just released a video a few days ago.

[@DT718]

How much is the pay rate ?

[@blue99saturn]

Richard, how are you doing as a letter carrier?

[@ChimpoTalksGaming]

Hey, John. Just wanted to say that you're an invaluable source of info in regards to USPS employment. Thanks for sharing all your vast wisdom and experience in these comment sections. I've seen you comment over many different KZbinr's videos on the subject of the USPS. Very helpful.

[@kimberlysheehan6806]

So would window clerk be the easiest job? That’s a PSE position, right

[@blue99saturn]

It is a PSE position. However, as a PSE, you'll be assigned to come in early and sort packages and small parcels, distribute the third class mail bundles to the carriers' cases, break down the flats and letter mail and DPS and do the afternoon dispatch. Mostly grunt work. The window jobs are generally for the full time and part time career employees.

[@kimberlysheehan6806]

John M Pacheco where can I get a description of the jobs I can’t find them anywhere

[@blue99saturn]

You can type "Post office window clerk description" in a search engine like Bing or Google. www.bing.com/search?q=post+office+window+clerk+job+description&form=EDGTCT&qs=RI&cvid=b145f54c54c04669af0e69c57d1a16c4&refig=3af76b622f1c4e7c85f00c52969cfd58&cc=US&setlang=en-US

[@jeffw1267]

A PSE position sounds good, but the regular clerks treat them like shit and want them to fail. Most of us carriers support the CCAs because they help take the pressure off us. We don't want to be mandated six days a week, 10-12 hours a day. But it has happened. We were mandated like that for about three months this spring. I just used a sick day whenever I needed it.

[@clarksnowden4057]

Don’t do that shit...the hours suck...your paycheck is decent but more as a CCA and you have freedom!

[@padussia]

How much is the pay per hour?

[@richardrichardson7972]

padussia starting pay is $17.79 an hour as of right now

[@padussia]

@@richardrichardson7972 Thanks.

[@padussia]

@@richardrichardson7972 Do they give lots of overtime?

[@johnnytest55]

@@richardrichardson7972 Is that what you are at right now or the starting for CCA recently went up?

[@Jonnnyhotzzz]

Well said exactly what he says is true

[@irineoromerojr5897]

Do they pay for the llv training also?

[@amerse416]

Yes

[@JaneDoe-gk4yb]

I went for an interview 2days ago and it seemed to go well. They recommended me for the next step in the hiring process. I received a copy of the GIS for my MVR. It was hit with a red flag from a "Speeding in school zone" ticket and received 3points. Those points are now cleared and it happened 4years ago. Will this affect me getting the CCA position?

[@kookysalsa]

Jane Doe should not affect it at all. I got hired with that too

[@carlbrutananadelewski6042]

I got hired without interview, and when I was getting finger printed the lady told me that they have all their mail cased by machines. Is this true or are they BSing me?

[@madhatten00]

True. Packages and returned mail and specified mail is handed to u in hand though.

[@vicious4209]

Do you work for the post office still?

[@richardrichardson7972]

Yes, I do!

[@vicious4209]

@@richardrichardson7972 is it worth sticking with it?

[@richardrichardson7972]

@@vicious4209 In my opinion, yes definitely!

[@kit2130]

They should say handling the mail, not fingering it

[@rosemikebossi9471]

I like fondling the mail better.

[@jorgebeltran1762]

Start 4day academy. What's next after finishing academy???

[@paullasmith4975]

Let supervisor know you're ready for work.