Also called: Driver/Sales Representative, Beverage Route Driver, Bread Route Driver
Delivers products like soda, snacks, bread, or uniforms to stores and also takes new orders and sells more.
A route sales driver starts at 4 a.m., loads the truck, stocks shelves at 15 grocery stores, checks what sold, and talks store managers into new displays. Pay often includes commission.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. No degree; some routes need a commercial driver's license.
Ways in: On-the-job training, Certification. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Growing much faster than average (about 8% over 10 years). BLS 2025-35 projection band for SOC 53-3031: Much faster than average (7% or higher).
Low risk in 5 years, medium in 10. AI ordering cuts some selling; stocking shelves and store relationships keep drivers on the road.
Age 21+. One way to start: Apply to beverage, snack or uniform companies for non-CDL route driver jobs
Classes: Driver's education, Business, Speech.
Official data: O*NET occupation 53-3031.
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