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Driver/Sales Workers

Job Information

Drive truck or other vehicle over established routes or within an established territory and sell or deliver goods, such as food products, including restaurant take-out items, or pick up or deliver items such as commercial laundry. May also take orders, collect payment, or stock merchandise at point of delivery. Includes newspaper delivery drivers.

Information

  • Truck drivers and driver/sales workers comprise one of the largest occupations, holding 3.2 million jobs.
  • Overall job opportunities should be favorable, especially for long-haul drivers.
  • A commercial driver's license is the most important qualification for most jobs.

Statistics

Personality I'm hands on
Salary $22,770/yr ($11.39/hr)
Job Outlook Average
Education High School diploma