Job prospects Dairy Route Salesman/woman in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Delivery and courier service drivers in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors (NOC 75201) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• This work is physically demanding as employees are often required to lift heavy objects repeatedly.
• Transportation of dangerous goods (TGD) certification may improve one's chances of finding work. As would a familiarity with freight handling procedures and regulations. However, most training is provided on-the-job.
• These roles typically involve some interaction with customers, particularly when handling payments. Therefore, candidates should be able to communicate effectively.
• A driver's licence appropriate to the class of vehicle being driven is required.

Here are some key facts about Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Delivery service drivers and door-to-door distributors mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 40%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 36%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 9%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology