Amazon Freight
$60,000 - $95,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Yard Jockey
Moderate Demand
Dedicated Routes Jobs in Louisiana
Browse dedicated trucking positions across Louisiana with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$53,000 - $78,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Dedicated Trucking in Louisiana
Louisiana dedicated drivers serve industrial, retail, and petrochemical accounts with consistent routes and reliable schedules. The region's manufacturing base supports stable dedicated freight volumes. Demand for dedicated drivers in Louisiana is moderate, with many accounts offering weekly home time and consistent weekly pay.
Top Companies Hiring Dedicated Drivers in LA
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Averitt Express
$55,000 - $85,000Local, Regional, LTL, Dedicated, Truckload
Covenant Transport
$50,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, Expedited
Crete Carrier Corporation
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
Heartland Express
$55,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Louisiana
Each of these is a live posting with the pay, home time and requirements set out in full. Applying takes about a minute.
OTR Dry Van Driver
$48,000 - $67,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$52,000 - $73,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$53,500 - $75,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$54,500 - $77,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$55,000 - $77,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$56,500 - $79,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$57,500 - $81,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$60,000 - $85,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$48,500 - $69,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$40,000 - $56,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$45,500 - $64,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$46,000 - $65,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$49,500 - $70,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$50,500 - $71,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$48,000 - $67,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$39,000 - $55,500/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Dedicated Jobs in Louisiana
New Orleans
Louisiana
Baton Rouge
Louisiana
Shreveport
Louisiana
Lafayette
Louisiana
Lake Charles
Louisiana
Key Freight Routes in Louisiana
1
I-10 (east-west through New Orleans and Baton Rouge)
2
I-20 (Shreveport to Mississippi)
3
I-49 (Lafayette to Shreveport)
Requirements for Dedicated Driving in LA
- Valid CDL-A license
- 6+ months to 1 year CDL-A experience (varies by account)
- Clean MVR and safety record
- DOT physical card
- Reliability and punctuality (dedicated accounts have strict schedules)
- Customer service skills for shipper interactions
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Dedicated Trucking Jobs in Louisiana — FAQs
How much do dedicated truck drivers make in Louisiana?
Dedicated truck drivers in Louisiana earn $53,000 - $78,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. While base pay in Louisiana is near the national average, the lower cost of living means take-home pay stretches further than in coastal states. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
What dedicated accounts are available in Louisiana?
Louisiana has dedicated accounts with major retailers, grocery chains, and manufacturers. Large carriers like Schneider, J.B. Hunt, and Werner operate dedicated divisions in LA serving accounts including Walmart, Amazon, and regional grocery distributors. Dedicated positions in Louisiana typically offer weekly home time and consistent miles.
Are trucking companies in Louisiana hiring dedicated drivers in 2026?
Yes — dedicated driver demand in Louisiana is moderate heading into 2026. The dedicated segment in Louisiana is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in LA.