How much money for a mail carrier xmas gift?
Eileen B asked:
I would like to give my mail carrier a gift of money for xmas, what amount is good?
anitadiazt
I would like to give my mail carrier a gift of money for xmas, what amount is good?
anitadiazt
November 28th, 2008 at 4:33 am
a gift certificate for a donut or coffee shop of $10 is what I gave mie last year & he thanked me for it!
put it in a Christmas card, with his name on it & set it where he will find it when he delivers your mail!
November 30th, 2008 at 1:57 am
$10 bill in a nice card
December 1st, 2008 at 6:28 am
$5.00 is good
December 4th, 2008 at 5:40 pm
I didn’t know people did that anymore! I thought that was an old-fashioned custom. I’m ashamed to admit I don’t even know my mail carrier! I don’t have any good advice for you, but I wanted to let you know…Good for you for spreading the holiday spirit!
December 6th, 2008 at 5:54 am
I gave my mail carrier a gift certificate ($10) for our local hoagie Shoppe. He loved it – so how about Subway or Sheetz certificates. I think I’m getting my mail carrier a Sheetz one this year – he can pick up lunch or get a little gas (or both – he he). Merry Christmas & Happy Shopping.
December 9th, 2008 at 5:11 am
give your mail carrier an gift card to fit their gender & personna and only what you can spair.
December 11th, 2008 at 11:36 pm
We are not suppose to accept money… Though, I think that most of us do. Most of the time, I pick up anywhere from $5-20 from a handful of customers out of the 800 I service.
We do make a decent salary… so, if you feel that our pay covers what our annual income should be then consider baked goods, a card showing appreciation, or any number of thoughtful things that you can do.
I’ve seen other questions along this line with brutal comments about their carrier and how they do not deserve more than what they already get. Keep in mind, that every situation is different. Some carriers will pay additional postage if your letter/package is short to make sure you are covered (which comes out of our pockets). Some go above and beyond what we actually get paid for just help our customers out.
Do what you feel comfortable with. If you have a great relationship and are happy with your carrier then give what feels right to you…. And nothing is expected on behalf of your carrier.. often times a big smile, a wave, or a thoughtful card can make our day.
December 14th, 2008 at 3:45 am
I agree mostly with groylero. Many do make a decent pay. Not all do. Rural carriers also are paid different than city carriers. My wife works 6 days a week with no benefits and uses her own car. We pay the extra insurance, extra everything and she gets paid much less than a full-time carrier.
Basicly, whatever you are comfortable with. I would never say more than $20. Keeping the box area clear and saying thank you is often what my wife appreciates the most and cards that say thank you.
Merry Christmas!
December 14th, 2008 at 5:47 pm
“Unsolicited gifts with a market value of $20 or less per occasion, aggregating no more than $50 in a calendar year from any one source.” This is an exception that permits an employee to accept a gift.
This is stated in “TITLE 5 – ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL CHAPTER LX-UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE – PART 7001 – SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT”
I apologize for quoting all the legal jargon, but it is irritating seeing other people on here saying is not acceptable. It is not “illegal” for a mail carrier to accept a gift, be it monetary or otherwise. However it is very wrong for a postal employee to solicit a gift because of his or her official position and can lead to termination, and has before in the past.
Carriers perform many duties throughout the year that go unnoticed or is viewed as the being expected of that carrier, when it is not. Like mentioned before, carriers (usually rural carriers) pay for postage due and other items to ensure that you get your mail delivered as soon as possible.
Please don’t forget, that a gift at the holidays is a token of appreciation for service whether it be from a customer or an employer. Most professions, regardless of salary, get some type of monetary compensation for good work throughout the year. From attorneys and doctors to customer service reps and teachers, many get bonuses, depending on their employer. Regardless of what type of job you do, everyone likes to have a “Thank You” given to them for a job well done.