Sales Route Driver Jobs in Ohio
Sales Route Driver jobs in Ohio concentrate heavily in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where food and beverage distributors, consumer goods companies, and direct-store-delivery operations run some of the busiest route networks in the Midwest. Established employers like Sysco, PepsiCo, and Frito-Lay maintain large Ohio footprints and hire at every level from entry-level delivery associates to senior account-focused route managers. The most consistent demand is for drivers handling grocery, foodservice, and beverage distribution, with growing activity in vending and specialty wholesale routes. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Der Dutchman Restaurant Plain City is a great place to start or develop your career in hospitality to learn skills you’ll use for the rest of your life. If you enjoy sharing hospitality with others, we want you on our team!
Pay: $16.00
Our team members enjoy:
- Free buffet/salad bar lunches
- DHG Discounts - merchandise/lodging/shows for staff
- Most Sundays off
- Annual vacation bonus
- Wooden Nickels
- On-the-job training
- Flexible schedules
- Scholarship program
What you’ll be doing
- Delivery Driver
- Operating and routine cleaning of the delivery truck and all equipment.
- Daily ordering, packaging product, and stocking bakery and beverage products, delivering product.
- Provides great customer service and builds relationships to ensure regular client base.
- Works with Wholesale Bakery Route Supervisor to identify future sales opportunities.
- Follows safe food handling procedures.
- Ensures product is rotated and used appropriately to ensure the best quality.
- Requests direction and clarification from the Wholesale Bakery Route Supervisor as needed.
- Any other duties as needed or directed by the Wholesale Bakery Route Supervisor.
Skills you’ll bring along
- Able to communicate fluently, read and comprehend simple instructions.
- Serve Safe Certification a plus.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Prior food service experience is a plus but not required.
- High school education required
Pay: $16.00
Job Type
- Part-time position 20 Hours+
- Mondays 5:30pm-9pm
- Tuesdays 5:30pm-Midnight
- Thursdays 5:30pm-10pm
- No Sunday
- Work rotating schedules including some evenings, weekends and holidays
- Two weeks on-the-job training provided
Benefits*
- Medical insurance and HSA
- 401(k) plan with match
- Wellness Program
- Dental, Vision, Accident, Life, Critical Illness, Term Life Insurance available
- Medical and supplemental insurances are available for employees who work at least 30 hours/week.
Der Dutchman Restaurant Plain City is a great place to start or develop your career in hospitality to learn skills you’ll use for the rest of your life. If you enjoy sharing hospitality with others, we want you on our team!
Pay: $16.00
Our team members enjoy:
- Free buffet/salad bar lunches
- DHG Discounts - merchandise/lodging/shows for staff
- Most Sundays off
- Annual vacation bonus
- Wooden Nickels
- On-the-job training
- Flexible schedules
- Scholarship program
What you’ll be doing
- Delivery Driver
- Operating and routine cleaning of the delivery truck and all equipment.
- Daily ordering, packaging product, and stocking bakery and beverage products, delivering product.
- Provides great customer service and builds relationships to ensure regular client base.
- Works with Wholesale Bakery Route Supervisor to identify future sales opportunities.
- Follows safe food handling procedures.
- Ensures product is rotated and used appropriately to ensure the best quality.
- Requests direction and clarification from the Wholesale Bakery Route Supervisor as needed.
- Any other duties as needed or directed by the Wholesale Bakery Route Supervisor.
Skills you’ll bring along
- Able to communicate fluently, read and comprehend simple instructions.
- Serve Safe Certification a plus.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Prior food service experience is a plus but not required.
- High school education required
Pay: $16.00
Job Type
- Part-time position 20 Hours+
- Mondays 5:30pm-9pm
- Tuesdays 5:30pm-Midnight
- Thursdays 5:30pm-10pm
- No Sunday
- Work rotating schedules including some evenings, weekends and holidays
- Two weeks on-the-job training provided
Benefits*
- Medical insurance and HSA
- 401(k) plan with match
- Wellness Program
- Dental, Vision, Accident, Life, Critical Illness, Term Life Insurance available
- Medical and supplemental insurances are available for employees who work at least 30 hours/week.
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Sales Route Driver Job Market in Ohio
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Who's Hiring
- AVI Foodsystems14
- RYAN LOGISTICS3
- Vestis2
- AWH Logistics2
- Labcorp1
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sales route driver jobs across Ohio.
- Valid Ohio commercial driver's license (CDL-B or CDL-A) with a clean driving record
- Ability to lift and carry product cases up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout a shift
- One or more years of route delivery, direct-store-delivery, or outside sales experience
- Proficiency with handheld order-entry devices and delivery management software
- Strong customer service skills for managing existing accounts and resolving delivery issues
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required by most Ohio distribution employers
Sales Route Driver Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sales route driver in Ohio?
Most Ohio employers require a valid CDL-B at minimum, which you obtain through the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles by passing a knowledge exam, a pre-trip inspection test, and a skills road test at a licensed testing location. Many candidates first earn their CDL at an Ohio community college or a private truck driving school before applying. Employers in food and beverage distribution often provide route training on their own products and order-management systems after hire.
Which companies hire sales route drivers in Ohio?
Ohio sales route driver roles are posted by AVI Foodsystems, RYAN LOGISTICS, and Vestis and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's dense network of food distribution centers, regional beverage distributors, and consumer goods warehouses keeps postings active throughout the year across the state's major metros.
Which Ohio cities have the most sales route driver jobs?
Columbus, Cleveland, and Groveport lead Ohio in sales route driver openings. Columbus anchors the list as the state's largest city and a major distribution hub for national grocery and foodservice chains, while Cleveland and Cincinnati support high route volumes through their longstanding ties to manufacturing, wholesale distribution, and large regional grocery networks.
Are there remote sales route driver jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of sales route driver openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, vehicle-based nature of the work. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work are inside sales coordination, account planning, and order-entry functions that some larger Ohio distribution companies separate from the physical delivery route.
How can I get hired as a sales route driver in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a driver's helper or delivery associate role with a large Ohio distributor, which does not require prior route experience and often leads directly to a solo route. Companies like Sysco and PepsiCo run structured onboarding programs at their Ohio facilities that train new hires on route procedures, account management, and handheld systems. Earning a CDL-B through an Ohio community college before applying removes the biggest barrier and makes any application considerably stronger.
Where can I find and apply to sales route driver jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to sales route driver jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and preferred territory, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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