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Examine, sort, and route mail for distribution.

Postal Service Mail Sorters prepare mail for distribution. They examine, sort, and route mail. They sometimes operate mail-sorting machinery.

Wages	$24.40 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Poor
Education & Training	High School or less is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)
On the Job	Work Activities Load materials or equipment. Package objects for shipping. Unload materials or equipment. Obtain personal or financial information about customers or applicants. Attach identification information to products, items or containers. Sort mail. Operate computers or computerized equipment. Train personnel. Verify shipping documentation. Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.
Career Pathways	Public Management and Administration
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