Sales Route Driver Jobs in North Carolina
Sales Route Driver jobs in North Carolina are in steady demand, with consistent openings tied to the state's food and beverage distribution, wholesale grocery, and consumer goods sectors across the Charlotte, Raleigh-Durham, and Greensboro-Winston-Salem corridors. Large distributors and manufacturers with deep North Carolina roots, including Pepsi Bottling Ventures, McLane Company, and Flowers Foods, anchor much of the hiring at both entry and experienced levels. The most in-demand specialties are beverage distribution, snack and bakery routes, and direct-store delivery across suburban and rural territories. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- We are hiring immediately for a full time ROUTE DRIVER - UTILITY position.
- Location: Canteen - 3008 Orville Wright Way, Wilmington, NC 28405. Note: online applications accepted only.
- Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday through Friday; hours may vary, depending on routes. Further details upon interview.
- Requirement: Previous route experience preferred. Must have a valid driver's license. Willing to train!
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Perks: Up to a $500 quarterly bonus!
- Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
- All Canteen driving roles may include commission eligibility.
The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions: http://olivia.paradox.ai/moSkg
About Canteen:
Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.
Come for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.
Job Summary
Summary: Drives company-owned truck over established route to deliver and sell products or render services, collects money from machines, and makes change by performing the following duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Services a particular route or location during the absence of the regular route or warehouse employee.
- May assist Customer Service Managers with daily opening and closing of the operation, and training of new route service personnel.
- Drives truck to deliver such items as soft drinks, bakery products, specialty foods, snack items and sundries to customer's place of business.
- Places stock on shelves or racks in vending machines. Collects stale, rejected or unsold merchandise. Collects money from machines and refills bill and coin changers.
- Records transactions on appropriate card and/or electronic device; accountable for cash and product.
- Calls on existing customers to determine adequacy of service; informs regular customers of new products and/or services; listens to and resolves service complaints.
- Selects items from warehouse and loads truck; prepares order forms for food and pastry products.
- Performs routine maintenance on and sanitation of machines.
- Sets up merchandise and sales promotion displays or issues sales promotion materials to customers.
- Maintain clean and safe work environment; performs job safely.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Valid driver's license, ensuring safe operation of company vehicles in accordance with traffic laws and conditions.
Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.
Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Canteen.pdf
About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID:1569571
Canteen
- We are hiring immediately for a full time ROUTE DRIVER - UTILITY position.
- Location: Canteen - 3008 Orville Wright Way, Wilmington, NC 28405. Note: online applications accepted only.
- Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday through Friday; hours may vary, depending on routes. Further details upon interview.
- Requirement: Previous route experience preferred. Must have a valid driver's license. Willing to train!
-
Perks: Up to a $500 quarterly bonus!
- Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
- All Canteen driving roles may include commission eligibility.
The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions: http://olivia.paradox.ai/moSkg
About Canteen:
Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.
Come for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.
Job Summary
Summary: Drives company-owned truck over established route to deliver and sell products or render services, collects money from machines, and makes change by performing the following duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Services a particular route or location during the absence of the regular route or warehouse employee.
- May assist Customer Service Managers with daily opening and closing of the operation, and training of new route service personnel.
- Drives truck to deliver such items as soft drinks, bakery products, specialty foods, snack items and sundries to customer's place of business.
- Places stock on shelves or racks in vending machines. Collects stale, rejected or unsold merchandise. Collects money from machines and refills bill and coin changers.
- Records transactions on appropriate card and/or electronic device; accountable for cash and product.
- Calls on existing customers to determine adequacy of service; informs regular customers of new products and/or services; listens to and resolves service complaints.
- Selects items from warehouse and loads truck; prepares order forms for food and pastry products.
- Performs routine maintenance on and sanitation of machines.
- Sets up merchandise and sales promotion displays or issues sales promotion materials to customers.
- Maintain clean and safe work environment; performs job safely.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Valid driver's license, ensuring safe operation of company vehicles in accordance with traffic laws and conditions.
Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.
Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Canteen.pdf
About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID:1569571
Canteen
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The qualifications that appear most often in sales route driver jobs across North Carolina.
- Valid North Carolina commercial driver's license (CDL) or standard driver's license depending on vehicle class
- Clean motor vehicle record meeting North Carolina employer and DOT standards
- Ability to lift and move product cases weighing up to 50 pounds repeatedly
- Prior experience in route sales, direct-store delivery, or merchandise stocking preferred
- Strong customer service and account management skills to retain and grow route stops
- Basic math skills for order reconciliation, invoicing, and daily cash or card transactions
Sales Route Driver Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sales route driver in North Carolina?
Most sales route driver roles in North Carolina require a valid driver's license issued by the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles, and positions involving vehicles over a certain weight threshold require a CDL issued through the same agency after passing a knowledge and skills exam. Employers typically look for a high school diploma or GED, a clean driving record, and comfort with physical product handling. Completing a CDL program at a North Carolina community college strengthens your candidacy for larger distribution routes.
Which companies hire sales route drivers in North Carolina?
Companies currently hiring sales route drivers in North Carolina include AVI Foodsystems, Canteen, and canteen, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. North Carolina's strong food manufacturing and beverage distribution industry means that large regional distributors and national consumer goods companies regularly maintain active route driver openings throughout the state.
Which North Carolina cities have the most sales route driver jobs?
Charlotte, Garner, and Greensboro are the North Carolina cities with the most sales route driver openings, reflecting the concentration of distribution centers, food manufacturing facilities, and large retail and grocery accounts in those metro areas. Charlotte and Raleigh-Durham draw the highest volume because of their population density and the regional headquarters and warehouse operations that anchor consumer goods distribution for the broader Carolinas market.
Are there remote sales route driver jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of sales route driver openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which reflects the fundamentally hands-on nature of the role. The portions of the work most likely to be done off-site are administrative tasks like order entry, route planning, or customer follow-up rather than the physical delivery and merchandising that make up the core of the job.
How can I get hired as a sales route driver in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a driver's helper, warehouse selector, or merchandiser role with a North Carolina distributor, which gives you hands-on exposure to route operations before stepping into a driver seat. Large distributors operating in North Carolina frequently hire warehouse associates and merchandising assistants and promote from within once candidates hold a valid license. Earning your CDL through a community college program, such as those offered at Central Piedmont Community College or Johnston Community College, and presenting a spotless driving record significantly improves your candidacy for entry-level driver roles.
Where can I find and apply to sales route driver jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to sales route driver jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and preferred territory, and apply directly through each listing.
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