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Mail Agent

Alliance Ground International · Chicago, IL · Part time

Posted Sep 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 5, 2026

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

How do you keep from making mistakes when you're sorting a lot of mail by destination quickly?

What they are checking: Whether they have habits that keep accuracy up under time pressure.

Tell me about a past warehouse job. What did a normal shift look like?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the physical pace and routine of warehouse work.

Tell me about a time you had to follow a procedure even though you thought there was a faster way.

What they are checking: Whether they respect procedures in a regulated USPS and airport environment.

What would you do

This shift starts at 4 AM and includes weekends. How will you make sure you get there on time every day?

What they are checking: Whether they have a realistic plan for an early, weekend-heavy schedule that mail depends on.

You scan a unit of mail and the scale weight doesn't match what the scanner shows. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and flag discrepancies instead of letting mismatched mail move on.

Someone without a badge walks into the secured mail area. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they will politely challenge unauthorized people, which airport and USPS security require.

The truck arrives late and the mail still has to make its flight. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can speed up without cutting corners when deadlines get tight.

How do you feel about completing a USPS background check and airport badging?

What they are checking: Whether they can clear the security requirements before they can work.

About the work

Tell me about your forklift experience. What kinds of loads have you moved?

What they are checking: Whether they can safely unload USPS trucks, which is a core part of the job.

What does working safely around forklifts and moving carts mean to you?

What they are checking: Whether they know basic warehouse safety, such as watching distances and following instructions.

This job requires lifting 50 to 70 pounds repeatedly. How do you protect yourself from injury?

What they are checking: Whether they know safe lifting habits for repeated heavy work.

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The full job description

As published by Alliance Ground International.

Job Description: The work of a Mail Agent includes but are not limited to unloading mail from USPS trucks into warehouse via forklift. Sorts mail by destination and scans into bag cart or AKE. Runs units of mail over a scale to ensure that weight matches what the scanner reflects. Sorts, scans and loads inbound mail into USPS containers. SCHEDULE: 4AM-1230PM, must be available to work weekends Knowledge, Skill and Abilities • Ability to judge distances • Ability to operate equipment such as forklifts • Ability to understand and follow safety instructions. • Must read and speak English. • Must be able to handle stress in a fast-paced environment and ensure deadlines are met. • Ability to concentrate on detail. • Ability to lift 50-70 lbs. • Adhere to safety practices and programs. • Ability to challenge unauthorized individuals in secured areas. • Ability to multitask. Education and Experience • High School Diploma or GED required. • Previous Warehouse experience is preferred • Valid US driver’s license. • Successful completion of required airport badging process, USPS background check and pre-employment drug screen is required. Schedule of Hours Alliance Ground International operates twenty-four hours a day seven days a week in three operational shifts, AGI requires its employees to be able to work flexible schedules which may be adjusted to meet operational demands such as flight delays, cancellations, adhocs , etc. Applicants must be able to work on weekends, (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) and holidays. Strict adherence to company attendance policies are expected and enforced. $19.75 Alliance Ground International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. AGI is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or veteran status.