Sales Route Driver Jobs in Washington
Sales Route Driver jobs in Washington are concentrated in food and beverage distribution, consumer packaged goods, and wholesale supply chains, with strong demand from Seattle's dense retail and restaurant corridor through the agricultural export hubs of Yakima and the Tri-Cities. Most active hiring is in Seattle, Tacoma, and Spokane, where established distributors like Sysco, PepsiCo, and Coca-Cola Consolidated maintain significant regional operations. The most in-demand specialties are beverage route sales, grocery DSD delivery, and broadline foodservice distribution. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description
The Route Sales Relief Driver builds business partnerships with customers and is dedicated to meeting their expectations and requirements. Obtains customer information by engaging in ongoing conversations with key decision-makers firsthand and utilizes the obtained information to improve the customer product offerings and services. Capitalizes on sales opportunities and focuses on account retention with an account ownership mentality.
Job Responsibilities
- Meet sales expectations and promote overall route growth, service agreement renewal, and customer retention to enhance the profitability of the market center.
- Identify opportunities to solicit new business and increase business revenue through selling new items to current customers and obtaining new accounts.
- Establish and maintain effective and respectful relationships with customers and provide outstanding customer service by having an account ownership mentality.
- Focus on account retention and seek opportunities to improve the account by being the first/primary responder to all customer issues and opportunities.
- Ensure products are loaded/unloaded in a safe manner, proper items and quantities of merchandise are delivered on their regularly scheduled day, merchandise is stocked, products are rotated, and all equipment is maintained and cleaned.
- Operate Company vehicles safely and courteously while following the rules of the road.
- Verify the daily preventative maintenance of the vehicle and keep the interior of the truck clean, organized, and safely maintained. Comply with all DOT requirements.
- Responsible for and respectful of both customer and Aramark assets.
- Install and maintain appropriate inventory levels at customer locations and ensure proper quality and working condition.
- Responsible for a complete and accurate accounting of all monies and products daily in accordance with established guidelines.
- Practice attentive and active listening and communicate effectively under adverse conditions through the internal/external communication process.
- Communicate with the GM, RSM, CSM, and CSA's regarding customers and reports on pending problems, or on evidence of competitors in customer locations.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- 1-2 years of experience in a position requiring heavy public contact.
- High School Diploma/ G.E.D required
- Must have a valid driver's license and be able to obtain DOT certification to operate DOT regulated vehicles.
- Must have clean driving record for 5 years.
- Ability to communicate at high efficiency and effectiveness with clients and operations staff.
- Ability to respond quickly to changing demands.
- the incumbent is proficient or can be trained to sell products to customers.
- Must have good interpersonal skills and customer service skills
- Must possess an acceptable driving record in accordance with the CMV policy and a valid driver's license.
- Client interaction, communication, organization/time management are critical to the success of this role.
- The ability to work efficiently and independently is important as well.
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Job Description
The Route Sales Relief Driver builds business partnerships with customers and is dedicated to meeting their expectations and requirements. Obtains customer information by engaging in ongoing conversations with key decision-makers firsthand and utilizes the obtained information to improve the customer product offerings and services. Capitalizes on sales opportunities and focuses on account retention with an account ownership mentality.
Job Responsibilities
- Meet sales expectations and promote overall route growth, service agreement renewal, and customer retention to enhance the profitability of the market center.
- Identify opportunities to solicit new business and increase business revenue through selling new items to current customers and obtaining new accounts.
- Establish and maintain effective and respectful relationships with customers and provide outstanding customer service by having an account ownership mentality.
- Focus on account retention and seek opportunities to improve the account by being the first/primary responder to all customer issues and opportunities.
- Ensure products are loaded/unloaded in a safe manner, proper items and quantities of merchandise are delivered on their regularly scheduled day, merchandise is stocked, products are rotated, and all equipment is maintained and cleaned.
- Operate Company vehicles safely and courteously while following the rules of the road.
- Verify the daily preventative maintenance of the vehicle and keep the interior of the truck clean, organized, and safely maintained. Comply with all DOT requirements.
- Responsible for and respectful of both customer and Aramark assets.
- Install and maintain appropriate inventory levels at customer locations and ensure proper quality and working condition.
- Responsible for a complete and accurate accounting of all monies and products daily in accordance with established guidelines.
- Practice attentive and active listening and communicate effectively under adverse conditions through the internal/external communication process.
- Communicate with the GM, RSM, CSM, and CSA's regarding customers and reports on pending problems, or on evidence of competitors in customer locations.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- 1-2 years of experience in a position requiring heavy public contact.
- High School Diploma/ G.E.D required
- Must have a valid driver's license and be able to obtain DOT certification to operate DOT regulated vehicles.
- Must have clean driving record for 5 years.
- Ability to communicate at high efficiency and effectiveness with clients and operations staff.
- Ability to respond quickly to changing demands.
- the incumbent is proficient or can be trained to sell products to customers.
- Must have good interpersonal skills and customer service skills
- Must possess an acceptable driving record in accordance with the CMV policy and a valid driver's license.
- Client interaction, communication, organization/time management are critical to the success of this role.
- The ability to work efficiently and independently is important as well.
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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Sales Route Driver Job Market in Washington
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sales route driver jobs across Washington.
- Valid Washington State commercial driver's license (CDL-B or CDL-A) required
- Clean driving record acceptable under Washington Department of Licensing standards
- Demonstrated experience managing a recurring customer route and meeting sales quotas
- Ability to load, unload, and organize product deliveries weighing up to 50 pounds
- Proficiency using handheld order management or route optimization software
- High school diploma or GED recognized by Washington State is typically required
Sales Route Driver Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sales route driver in Washington?
The most direct path is obtaining a Washington State commercial driver's license through the Department of Licensing, which requires passing a knowledge test, a skills test, and a medical examination. Most employers expect a CDL-B at minimum, though some broadline distribution roles require a CDL-A. Candidates who combine their license with prior customer-facing sales or merchandising experience, even in retail, move significantly faster through hiring pipelines at Washington distribution companies.
Which companies hire sales route drivers in Washington?
Companies currently hiring sales route drivers in Washington include Vestis, Bon Appétit, and Access Information Management, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Washington's strong food and beverage distribution sector and its major port activity mean consistent year-round openings across both large national distributors and regional Pacific Northwest wholesalers.
Which Washington cities have the most sales route driver jobs?
Tacoma, Seattle, and Tukwila post the most sales route driver openings in Washington. Seattle's size and density drive the bulk of listings through its restaurant, grocery, and retail supply chains, while Tacoma's port and logistics infrastructure supports heavy wholesale distribution activity, and Spokane anchors demand for the eastern Washington region with its own food service and beverage networks.
How can I get hired as a sales route driver in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is applying to a driver helper or merchandiser role with a major Washington-area distributor, where you assist an experienced driver before taking your own route. Companies like Sysco and PepsiCo run structured onboarding programs that move new hires from warehouse or helper positions into solo routes once they obtain their CDL. Building a Washington CDL-B first, then applying to entry-level DSD or grocery reset positions, gives candidates a clear and concrete advantage even without prior route experience.
Where can I find and apply to sales route driver jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to sales route driver jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your license, experience, and preferred territory, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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