Mail Machine Operator

Code: 43-9051.00

Also known as: Insert Operator, Inserter Operator, Mail Clerk, Mail Handler, Mail Machine Operator, Mail Processor, Mail Reader, Mail Sorter, Postal Clerk

Description: Mail Machine Operators use a machines to facilitate the movement of incoming and outgoing mail. They generally have a high school diploma and learn their trade on the job.

Mail Machine Operator

Typical wages


10% $22,290
25% $26,850
Median $31,920
75% $39,470
90% $48,300
10% $10.71
25% $12.91
Median $15.35
75% $18.98
90% $23.22

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
88,400
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
82,500
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 8,300