Hire Power Only Drivers in Minnesota
Access our pool of pre-screened power only drivers in Minnesota. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with various trailer types experience, placed within 48-72 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$53,000-$68,000/year
Placement
48-72 hours
State Pool
35,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Power Only Driver Requirements in Minnesota
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years OTR with various trailer types
- Wage Range:$53,000-$68,000/year
Equipment-Specific Skills
- Experience coupling and uncoupling various trailer types
- Familiarity with trailer inspection and pre-trip procedures
- Adaptability to different trailer handling characteristics
- GPS-equipped tractor for real-time trailer tracking
Minnesota Market for Power Only Drivers
Top Cities for Power Only Hiring in Minnesota
#1
Minneapolis
#2
St. Paul
#3
Duluth
#4
Rochester
#5
Bloomington
Employers Driving Power Only Demand in Minnesota
Target (multiple DCs)3MGeneral MillsCargillBest Buy DCUnitedHealth Group
Why Hire Power Only Drivers in Minnesota
Target HQ and distribution hub creates massive dry van volume
No toll roads — operational cost savings
Strong food processing industry needs reliable reefer drivers
Iron Range mining provides seasonal flatbed demand
Corporate headquarters concentration creates diverse freight
What Our Power Only Drivers Bring to Your Minnesota Operation
- Flexibility — can run different trailer types on different lanes
- Lower overhead for owner-operators (no trailer payment)
- Access to more load options through broker networks
- Good fit for drivers who want variety in their freight
- Popular option for fleet expansion without capital investment
Other Equipment Types in Minnesota
Hiring Power Only Drivers in Minnesota — FAQ
Our typical placement time for power only drivers is 48-72 hours. In Minnesota, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Power Only drivers in Minnesota typically earn $53,000-$68,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Minneapolis and St. Paul tend to offer the highest rates.
Power Only drivers in Minnesota need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Minnesota has 40+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for power only driver demand in Minnesota are Minneapolis, St. Paul, Duluth, Rochester. Major employers driving this demand include Target (multiple DCs), 3M, General Mills.
Our Minnesota power only driver pool draws from 35,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 62% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Target HQ and distribution hub creates massive dry van volume.