Thallium (Tl) belongs to the Group 3 - Boron Family of elements. In the new IUPAC grouping, The Boron family is now Group 13.
Page updated 2/25/2016. Carrier, clerk, mail handlers, and distribution associates are required to take and pass the 473 Postal Exam. Other applicants including motor vehicle operators, mechanic, clerical, electronic technician, machinist, and trades must also pass a written test.
Page updated 4/12/2017. Starting pay for 2016 varies for each position from mail handlers represented by the National Postal Mail Handlers Union to postal clerks and everything in between. Each union negotiates the salary for their member. The Mail Handler Grade 4 and 5 pay scales are listed below and pay starts at the level 4 step AA at $17.97 per hour or $35,948 annually PLUS benefits.