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Driver/Sales Worker

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.

Annual openings

1,315

Median wage

$43,420

Typical education

High school (GED)

Growth 2026–2032

+8%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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What does this career require?

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Typical education

High school (GED)

Credential requirement

No certification is required or expected for this job. However, having a driver's licenses is required and a good driving record is important.

Work experience

This is an entry-level role so no experience is required.

Is this work a fit?

What the work actually feels like

How people in this career tend to spend their time, the interests it draws on, and a look at a typical day.

Work style

The type of work can vary by job and employer.

  • With childrenNo
  • On a computerNo
  • OutdoorsMay vary
  • With your handsYes

Interests it draws on

  • Transportation
  • Local Delivery

Automation exposure

High exposure

Many tasks are repeatable, so technology could reshape the day-to-day over time.

A typical day

  1. Inform regular customers of new products or services and price changes.
  2. Record sales or delivery information on daily sales or delivery record.
  3. Listen to and resolve customers' complaints regarding products or services.
  4. Maintain trucks and food-dispensing equipment and clean inside of machines that dispense food or beverages.
  5. Drive trucks to deliver such items as food, medical supplies, or newspapers.
  6. Collect money from customers, make change, and record transactions on customer receipts.
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