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Last Answer on February 18, 2022

I have been offered a job as a CCA, I am worried about the working hours, because I have two small kids and they are starting school, will I be able to drop and pick them around up 7 am to 6 pm.
What will be max working hrs. Is it shift system

Asked by Laksi about 13 years ago

I don't know what the hours sechedule would be like for a CCA. from 7a-6P would seem like a lot more than would be be offered at the beginning. Each office schedules CCAs as needed so I can't speak to how you would be used. I wish you well for sure.

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Do you ever feel lonely when on your route, or do you enjoy the alone time?

Asked by rootinpootin about 13 years ago

Great question. There are times when I wish people were around, but more often than not,I am okay with the solitude. I listen to podcasts about different subjects so I feel I am being paid to exercise and learn. The route I deliver is comprised of many residents who work during the day so I really don't see many. Then there are some senior citizens who seem To always be around. Fortunately, they aren't too long winded as they don't really give you extra time to chat for long.

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Is there a way to find out how long an address has been in service or receiving mail?

Asked by Tiffany about 13 years ago

I am not sure about that. I would think as long as the building/house has Been in existence, it has rcvd mail service. Records obtained through your municipality can sometimes indicate when a structure was erected.

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CAN YOU EXPLAIN TO ME IN DETAILS HOW TO FILE A GRIEVANCE FOR LETTING A CARRIER USE AN LLV WHEN THEY HAVE NOT BEEN TRAINED,,BUT WOULD NOT LET ME USE IT AND I HAVE BEEN TRAINED,,JUST ASKING ,,THANKS

Asked by BLAKE about 13 years ago

I am sorry that I have no experience in filing grievances. I don't know what remedy you would look for as a remedy. I agree that it seems wholly unfair that a carrier who is qualified to drive and LLV wouldn't be giveN priority over one who doesn't qualify. It also seems unsafe To allow that. I would recommend speaking with a shop steward if there is one, or the Regional Administrative Assistant if there is no NALC shop steward.

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I just moved in to a 2-family in Brooklyn with an upstairs & downstairs apt. There's a flight of stairs up to my porch. There is currently a communal mailbox. I mounted my own box near my door. How can I tell the carrier I'd like my mail to my box?

Asked by Tom about 13 years ago

I am not sure how to do this. One option would be to put your name on your mailbox and also tape a note to the communal box that says "please deliver mail for (your name) to the other mailbox" Also, using telling people your address please include the word "up" or "upstairs" after your street address. I don't know that Any of these options will work. You could also call or visit your local PO and speak with a delivery supervisor to see if this procedure is allowed. Thank you for your question.

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If I add a envelope in my PO box with a popped up sticky note for the postman, would he get it next time mail went in the slot? For leaving him a tip.

Asked by Joe Mass over 13 years ago

Great idea. That should work out fine. That's actually how I give a tip to my letter carrier. I live in an apt. Building so we have a bank of mailboxes in the hallway.

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A few times my neighbor has come to me to tell me that a package for her was coming to my house. I've seen her going through the mailbox at the house in the corner that's 4-sale. I'm becoming suspicious of criminal activity. Should I be concerned?

Asked by Luis almost 13 years ago

it sure sounds suspicious to me. why doesn't she just get the pkgs delivered directly to her house. I don't know if you should actually report this person, but you can say that you will no longer accept a pkg for her addressed to you. Also, she shouldn't be going through another house's mailbox.

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I have been offered a job as a CCA, I am worried about the working hours, because I have two small kids and they are starting school, will I be able to drop and pick them around up 7 am to 6 pm.
What will be max working hrs. Is it shift system

Do you ever feel lonely when on your route, or do you enjoy the alone time?

Is there a way to find out how long an address has been in service or receiving mail?

CAN YOU EXPLAIN TO ME IN DETAILS HOW TO FILE A GRIEVANCE FOR LETTING A CARRIER USE AN LLV WHEN THEY HAVE NOT BEEN TRAINED,,BUT WOULD NOT LET ME USE IT AND I HAVE BEEN TRAINED,,JUST ASKING ,,THANKS

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I just moved in to a 2-family in Brooklyn with an upstairs & downstairs apt. There's a flight of stairs up to my porch. There is currently a communal mailbox. I mounted my own box near my door. How can I tell the carrier I'd like my mail to my box?

If I add a envelope in my PO box with a popped up sticky note for the postman, would he get it next time mail went in the slot? For leaving him a tip.

A few times my neighbor has come to me to tell me that a package for her was coming to my house. I've seen her going through the mailbox at the house in the corner that's 4-sale. I'm becoming suspicious of criminal activity. Should I be concerned?

Mailman (City Letter Carrier)

Ask me anything!

What do YOU do?

I have been offered a job as a CCA, I am worried about the working hours, because I have two small kids and they are starting school, will I be able to drop and pick them around up 7 am to 6 pm.What will be max working hrs. Is it shift system

Do you ever feel lonely when on your route, or do you enjoy the alone time?

Is there a way to find out how long an address has been in service or receiving mail?

CAN YOU EXPLAIN TO ME IN DETAILS HOW TO FILE A GRIEVANCE FOR LETTING A CARRIER USE AN LLV WHEN THEY HAVE NOT BEEN TRAINED,,BUT WOULD NOT LET ME USE IT AND I HAVE BEEN TRAINED,,JUST ASKING ,,THANKS

Also on Jobstr...

I just moved in to a 2-family in Brooklyn with an upstairs & downstairs apt. There's a flight of stairs up to my porch. There is currently a communal mailbox. I mounted my own box near my door. How can I tell the carrier I'd like my mail to my box?

If I add a envelope in my PO box with a popped up sticky note for the postman, would he get it next time mail went in the slot? For leaving him a tip.

A few times my neighbor has come to me to tell me that a package for her was coming to my house. I've seen her going through the mailbox at the house in the corner that's 4-sale. I'm becoming suspicious of criminal activity. Should I be concerned?

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I have been offered a job as a CCA, I am worried about the working hours, because I have two small kids and they are starting school, will I be able to drop and pick them around up 7 am to 6 pm.
What will be max working hrs. Is it shift system