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Route Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA (NOW HIRING)

Route Sales Representative

Baker, LA · On-site

$43K - $56K/yr

Drive a commercial vehicle along an established route to deliver, stock, and stage products. * Set up merchandise displays and deliver promotional materials to customers. * Verify shipment accuracy ...

Portable Toilet Delivery Driver:Geismar

Geismar, LA · On-site

$19.75 - $25.50/hr

Route Supervisor, Route Manager or Operations Supervisor SUMMARY OF POSITION: Operates a company service truck and driving to various locations to service/pump/clean portable restrooms or holding ...

Portable Toilet Delivery Driver:Geismar

Geismar, LA · On-site

$19.75 - $25.50/hr

Route Supervisor, Route Manager or Operations Supervisor SUMMARY OF POSITION: Operates a company service truck and driving to various locations to service/pump/clean portable restrooms or holding ...

Southeast US ROUTES

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$1.4K - $1.5K/wk

Southeast US Routes Regional CDL-A Truck Drivers - Southeast U.S. Routes $1,400-$1,500 Weekly Avg. | Home Every 2 Weeks | 1,900-2,100 Miles/Week We're hiring regional CDL-A drivers for consistent ...

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How much do route jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for route in Baton Rouge, LA is $19.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $24.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a route driver do?

A Route driver is responsible for delivering goods, packages, or products along a pre-determined route, typically making multiple stops in a single day. Their duties include loading and unloading items, ensuring timely deliveries, maintaining accurate delivery records, and providing good customer service. Route drivers often work for delivery services, food and beverage companies, or logistics firms, and must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a route driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Route Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), a clean driving record, and strong knowledge of local and regional routes. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, route planning software, and vehicle maintenance tools is crucial. Excellent time management, customer service, and problem-solving skills help ensure timely deliveries and positive client interactions. These skills are essential for maintaining efficient logistics operations and building trust with clients through reliable service.

What are some common challenges faced by route drivers and how can they effectively manage their schedules?

Route Drivers often face the challenge of adhering to tight delivery schedules while navigating traffic, weather conditions, and unexpected delays. Effective time management and route optimization are essential to ensure timely deliveries. Many companies provide GPS and route planning tools, but it’s also important for drivers to communicate proactively with dispatchers and customers if delays occur. Building a routine, staying organized, and maintaining regular vehicle checks can help Route Drivers manage their responsibilities efficiently.

What is the difference between Route vs Delivery Driver?

AspectRouteDelivery Driver
CredentialsDriver's license, possibly commercial licenseDriver's license, sometimes specialized licenses for certain vehicles
Work EnvironmentPre-planned routes, often within specific regions or neighborhoodsOn-demand or scheduled deliveries, varying locations
Industry UsageLogistics, transportation, courier servicesFood, retail, parcel delivery services
Search/Comparison IntentRoute planning, logistics managementDelivery services, courier jobs

While both Route and Delivery Driver roles involve transportation, a Route typically refers to a driver who follows a set schedule and predefined path, often for logistics or courier companies. A Delivery Driver usually handles on-demand or scheduled deliveries, often for retail or food services. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and preferences.

What are the most commonly searched types of Route jobs in Baton Rouge, LA?

The most popular types of Route jobs in Baton Rouge, LA are:

What cities near Baton Rouge, LA are hiring for Route jobs?

Cities near Baton Rouge, LA with the most Route job openings:

Infographic showing various Route job openings in Baton Rouge, LA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $41,358 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

Route Driver - CDL Class B

Heritage-Crystal Clean, Inc.

Denham Springs, LA • On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Join the Crystal Clean Team as a Route Sales & Service Representative!
Are you a driven, customer-focused professional looking for a dynamic career in a thriving industry? Crystal Clean (CC) is seeking passionate individuals to join our growing team as a Route Sales & Service Representative (SSR). As a leader in the environmental waste services sector, we offer competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and ample opportunities for career advancement. We are currently offering a sign-on bonus of up to $2,000, and a six-month training period with guaranteed pay of $1,100/week.
If you want a role that blends sales, hands-on service, and daily variety, this is your opportunity.
Why Crystal Clean?
At Crystal Clean, we pride ourselves on being more than just a company-we're a community. By joining us, you'll become part of a forward-thinking organization that values its employees and strives for excellence in everything we do. Enjoy the perks of working for a leading firm while contributing to a cleaner, greener future.
What You'll Do:
  • Drive Sales Growth: Implement effective sales strategies to expand our business with new and existing customers.
  • Deliver Top-Notch Service: Provide essential services at customer facilities, including parts washing units and waste drum pickup, using our state-of-the-art equipment.
  • Ensure Safety and Efficiency: Adhere to all safety guidelines, inspect your vehicle and equipment, and align work orders to minimize travel time.
  • Cultivate Relationships: Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, pursue additional services, and generate new business opportunities.
  • Achieve Goals: Meet sales quotas and contribute to overall revenue growth.

What We're Looking For:
  • Strong Communicator: Excellent communication skills with a keen attention to detail.
  • Customer-Focused: Ability to engage effectively with customers and colleagues.
  • Tech-Savvy: Proficient in operating various equipment, including electronic devices and truck gear.
  • Experienced: Route sales experience is a plus, but not required.
  • Certified: High School diploma or equivalent, with a Class B CDL, Med Card, Airbrake, and HAZMAT certifications.

Physical Requirements:
  • Lift materials weighing up to 80lbs regularly.
  • Handle and maneuver drums of waste/product, sometimes exceeding 400lbs.
  • Administrative duties as assigned.
  • Complete a pre-employment physical and drug screening.

Work Environment:
  • Diverse work settings with varying noise levels.
  • Frequent physical activity including bending, lifting, and climbing.

Why You'll Love Working Here:
  • Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation package with performance incentives.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and more.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
  • Inclusive Culture: We value diversity and strive to reflect the communities we serve.

Apply Today!
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact with a leader in environmental services, apply now to become a Route Sales & Service Representative at Crystal Clean. Together, we'll drive innovation, deliver exceptional service, and create a cleaner, safer world.
Crystal Clean LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Crystal Clean expressly values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages the applications of individuals from diverse backgrounds, so that Crystal Clean reflects the communities and customers that we serve.
The compensation for this role is comprised of a weekly base salary, plus bonuses and uncapped commission. Actual total earnings will vary based on performance and location and may fall outside of the range shown. Average Annual Earnings: $70,000-$85,000 plus a year and includes benefits such as the following:
  • Health, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Route Sales & Service Representative
Crystal Clean (CC) is one of the nation's leading privately held companies in the environmental waste services industry. We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic to join our rapidly growing company. Crystal Clean offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for advancement.
Purpose:
The Route Sales and Service Representative (SSR) will be responsible for applying sales strategies in an effort to grow HCC's business at new and existing customer sites. The SSR will also be responsible for performing HCC services at customer facilities. Service responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: providing service to parts washing units, picking up waste drums of varying sizes and weights using HCC-approved material handling equipment, and operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle on a daily basis.
Specific Duties:
  • Responsible for engaging in and promoting safe work behaviors in a manner that is consistent with all HCC safety guidelines
  • Responsible for customer service and new business development in a certain geographic area as assigned by the Company
  • Aligns work orders to minimize mileage and travel time
  • Inspects vehicle and equipment for safe operation
  • Services existing customers by exchanging solvent or aqueous fluids along with removal of drum wastes, servicing parts washers and other equipment
  • Pursues additional services with existing accounts
  • Assesses potential customer needs, presents HCC products and services to customers, and develops new customers
  • Develops sales leads for Data-Marketing
  • Complete all required paperwork accurately and neatly
  • Maintains compliance with all applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements
  • Achieve sales quotas for total revenue and new customer development
  • Adhere to all corporate policies and standards including but not limited to environmental, health, & safety (EHS), human resources, facility, equipment, operations and maintenance
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

Position Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Core Competencies and Specific Skills:
  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to interact with customers, sales branch employees, and other corporate departments
  • Ability to operate equipment such as electronic mobile devices, computers, hoses, all truck equipment, etc.

Work Experience:
  • Route sales experience preferred

Education, Certificates, Licenses, or Designations:
  • High School diploma or equivalent required
  • Must have or be qualified to obtain and maintain a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and Med Card with Airbrake and HAZMAT
  • Motor vehicle record (MVR) that meets or exceeds HCC's published standards including, but not limited to the following;
    • Seat belt and cell phone violations
    • Excessive speeding
    • DUI, suspension and/or multiple vehicle collisions

Personal Protective Equipment*:
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include a respirator, steel toe boots, gloves, uniform, safety glasses, reflective vest, and hard hats

Physical Requirements*:
  • Frequent lifting of materials that typically weigh 54-80lbs
  • Frequent pushing/pulling of 16-55 gallon drums of waste/product using HCC-approved equipment for safe material handling. Drum weight varies based on material type and size, weight may exceed 400lbs.
  • All applicants must pass the pre-employment physical including drug & alcohol screening

Work Environment*:
While performing essential duties of this position an individual regularly works in a variety of environments, and is required to see, talk, hear, reach, stand, walk, drive frequently, and comfortably use electronic devices and other office equipment. Essential duties require bending, squatting, climbing, lifting and twisting frequently. Noise level in the workplace can vary based upon the work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.
* Please refer to "Sales and Service Representative - Addendum" for physical requirements and work conditions.
Crystal Clean LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Crystal Clean expressly values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages the applications of individuals from diverse backgrounds, so that Crystal Clean reflects the communities and customers that we serve.