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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Stericycle is now part of WM. To learn more about WM's acquisition of Stericycle, CLICK HERE to read the press release.
Pay Rate: $22.00
Shift: Scheduled workdays and hours: Mon-Fri with one day off. Hours vary on which route day. (5 days per week during training, then 4 days per week, 10 hour shift.)
Start time varies by route, normal day 6:00am to 5:00pm
Boot Allowance: $250.00
What is the value of a WM Job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career.
We Are Always Working For A Sustainable Tomorrow®: Our mission is to leave the world a better place than we found it by helping its inhabitants find purpose in becoming its caretakers.
We Are People First: The members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We foster an environment where all teammates feel welcomed, valued and seen.
We Are Committed to Your Growth: Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program, paid on-the-job training, and established career progression.
We Are Stable: From the front line to the corporate offices, our team members perform essential and meaningful work.
We Are a Family: At WM we are over 60,000 people - from many places and many backgrounds, and it is our amazing differences that make us stronger.
We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!
Ready to roll with us? Click Apply to join the WM team today.
I. Job Summary
The Medical Waste Route Driver is responsible for servicing assigned accounts in the most professional way, ensuring that customers' needs are met on a continual basis for various waste pickup and supply delivery. This role will always provide the highest level of customer service possible. They may also transport waste from either a WMHS location or customer location, to a transfer location or processing location. All Company assigned vehicles are equipped with camera telematics which include inside and outside cameras. In addition, all vehicles are equipped with ELD (electronic logging device) and GPS (global positioning system).
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manages assigned routes ensuring customers’ waste is picked up in a safe, timely and accurate manner
- Pick up and transport waste safely according to all federal, provincial, and local rules and regulations
- Plans daily schedule based on customers’ needs by reviewing daily paperwork, e.g., manifest, route sheets, previous VCR, etc. provided by the Transportation Manager/Supervisor or Dispatcher
- Follows routing software route schedule
- May prepare and load trucks to service select accounts for the day ensuring enough supplies are added. Required to unload trucks at various WMHS and customer sites; including ensure securing of waste
- Pick up specified waste from each customer site scheduled for the day. Ensures that customers have packaged and prepared the waste according to all federal, provincial, and local rules and regulations before transporting
- Provide the highest level of customer service to assigned accounts daily, communicating any issues to Transportation Manager/Supervisor or Dispatcher for resolution. This includes, but is not limited to re-routes, adjustments in container sizes, training, etc.
- Ensures waste, supplies, and material handling equipment are secured prior to operating vehicle on public highway
- Ensures that assigned paperwork is completed legibly, neatly, accurately, and completely and returned to Transportation Supervisor or Dispatcher for processing. Ensures DOT Driver Log is completed, if applicable
- Communicates with WMHS Transportation Supervisor and/or Dispatcher regarding any change to route pickups, including address changes, customer not having waste ready for pickup, etc. Ensures that employee covering for specific route is aware of any situations outside the norm in order to provide the highest level of customer service. Reports any problems/issues with accounts to Transportation Supervisor and/or Dispatcher before the close of business each day
- Performs pre-trip and post-trip maintenance on assigned truck prior to leaving or closing for the day. Reports any maintenance problems to Transportation/Dispatcher for follow-up. Use of ELD (electronic logging device) and Geotab to log hours in accordance with DOT guidelines, if applicable
- Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned
III. Qualifications
A. Required Qualifications
- 0- 1 years of experience, preferably in driving Box Trucks and route management
- May require mandatory immunizations and credentialing based on customer requirements
- Valid Driver’s License
- All CMV drivers must be able to obtain a medical card by a certified medical examiner
B. Preferred Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED (accredited)
IV. Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Standing
- Walking
- Lifting
- Pushing
- Pulling
- Crouching
- Reaching
- Handling
- Sitting
- Talking
- Hearing
Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.
This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.
V. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.
Stericycle is now part of WM. To learn more about WM's acquisition of Stericycle, CLICK HERE to read the press release.
Pay Rate: $22.00
Shift: Scheduled workdays and hours: Mon-Fri with one day off. Hours vary on which route day. (5 days per week during training, then 4 days per week, 10 hour shift.)
Start time varies by route, normal day 6:00am to 5:00pm
Boot Allowance: $250.00
What is the value of a WM Job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career.
We Are Always Working For A Sustainable Tomorrow®: Our mission is to leave the world a better place than we found it by helping its inhabitants find purpose in becoming its caretakers.
We Are People First: The members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We foster an environment where all teammates feel welcomed, valued and seen.
We Are Committed to Your Growth: Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program, paid on-the-job training, and established career progression.
We Are Stable: From the front line to the corporate offices, our team members perform essential and meaningful work.
We Are a Family: At WM we are over 60,000 people - from many places and many backgrounds, and it is our amazing differences that make us stronger.
We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!
Ready to roll with us? Click Apply to join the WM team today.
I. Job Summary
The Medical Waste Route Driver is responsible for servicing assigned accounts in the most professional way, ensuring that customers' needs are met on a continual basis for various waste pickup and supply delivery. This role will always provide the highest level of customer service possible. They may also transport waste from either a WMHS location or customer location, to a transfer location or processing location. All Company assigned vehicles are equipped with camera telematics which include inside and outside cameras. In addition, all vehicles are equipped with ELD (electronic logging device) and GPS (global positioning system).
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manages assigned routes ensuring customers’ waste is picked up in a safe, timely and accurate manner
- Pick up and transport waste safely according to all federal, provincial, and local rules and regulations
- Plans daily schedule based on customers’ needs by reviewing daily paperwork, e.g., manifest, route sheets, previous VCR, etc. provided by the Transportation Manager/Supervisor or Dispatcher
- Follows routing software route schedule
- May prepare and load trucks to service select accounts for the day ensuring enough supplies are added. Required to unload trucks at various WMHS and customer sites; including ensure securing of waste
- Pick up specified waste from each customer site scheduled for the day. Ensures that customers have packaged and prepared the waste according to all federal, provincial, and local rules and regulations before transporting
- Provide the highest level of customer service to assigned accounts daily, communicating any issues to Transportation Manager/Supervisor or Dispatcher for resolution. This includes, but is not limited to re-routes, adjustments in container sizes, training, etc.
- Ensures waste, supplies, and material handling equipment are secured prior to operating vehicle on public highway
- Ensures that assigned paperwork is completed legibly, neatly, accurately, and completely and returned to Transportation Supervisor or Dispatcher for processing. Ensures DOT Driver Log is completed, if applicable
- Communicates with WMHS Transportation Supervisor and/or Dispatcher regarding any change to route pickups, including address changes, customer not having waste ready for pickup, etc. Ensures that employee covering for specific route is aware of any situations outside the norm in order to provide the highest level of customer service. Reports any problems/issues with accounts to Transportation Supervisor and/or Dispatcher before the close of business each day
- Performs pre-trip and post-trip maintenance on assigned truck prior to leaving or closing for the day. Reports any maintenance problems to Transportation/Dispatcher for follow-up. Use of ELD (electronic logging device) and Geotab to log hours in accordance with DOT guidelines, if applicable
- Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned
III. Qualifications
A. Required Qualifications
- 0- 1 years of experience, preferably in driving Box Trucks and route management
- May require mandatory immunizations and credentialing based on customer requirements
- Valid Driver’s License
- All CMV drivers must be able to obtain a medical card by a certified medical examiner
B. Preferred Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED (accredited)
IV. Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Standing
- Walking
- Lifting
- Pushing
- Pulling
- Crouching
- Reaching
- Handling
- Sitting
- Talking
- Hearing
Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.
This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.
V. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.
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Sales Route Driver Job Market in Ohio
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Who's Hiring
- AVI Foodsystems17
- Allied Universal8
- Vestis6
- WM3
- Labcorp2
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, Allied Universal, and Vestis and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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, Canton, and Cleveland 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 September 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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