Groendyke Transport
$65,000 - $100,000+OTR, Regional, Tanker, Hazmat
Very High Demand
Hazmat Truck Driver Jobs in Louisiana
Browse hazmat trucking positions across Louisiana with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$67,000 - $95,000
Demand Level
Very High
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Hazmat Trucking in Louisiana
Louisiana is the nation's hazmat freight epicenter, with petrochemical refineries, chemical plants, and fuel terminals concentrated along the Gulf Coast. Hazmat-endorsed drivers here have some of the highest earning potential in the country. Hazmat driver demand in Louisiana is very high, with the limited pool of endorsed drivers keeping pay strong and job security high.
Top Companies Hiring Hazmat Drivers in LA
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Schneider National
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Intermodal
Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Ruan Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Bulk
Roadrunner Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000OTR, Regional, LTL, Owner-Operator
Top Cities for Hazmat Jobs in Louisiana
Lafayette
Louisiana
Shreveport
Louisiana
New Orleans
Louisiana
Baton Rouge
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 Hazmat Driving in LA
- Valid CDL-A license with hazmat (H) endorsement
- TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
- TSA background check clearance
- 2+ years clean CDL-A experience
- Knowledge of hazmat placarding, routing, and emergency procedures
- DOT physical card and clean MVR (no accidents or major violations)
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Hazmat Trucking Jobs in Louisiana — FAQs
How much do hazmat truck drivers make in Louisiana?
Hazmat truck drivers in Louisiana earn $67,000 - $95,000 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 of $3,000 to $15,000 are common at major carriers actively hiring in LA.
How long does it take to get a hazmat endorsement in Louisiana?
Getting a hazmat endorsement in Louisiana takes 4 to 6 weeks total. The process includes studying for and passing the written hazmat knowledge test at your LA DMV, submitting fingerprints for a TSA background check, and waiting for clearance. The background check is the longest step. Some carriers in Louisiana will reimburse the TWIC card fee ($125) and help with the endorsement process.
Are trucking companies in Louisiana hiring hazmat drivers in 2026?
Yes — hazmat driver demand in Louisiana is very high heading into 2026. Louisiana is one of the top hiring markets for hazmat drivers, with multiple carriers offering sign-on bonuses, increased CPM rates, and accelerated hiring processes. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in LA.