Pre-screened power only drivers in Minnesota. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with various trailer types experience. We aim to fill requests within 48-72 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$53,000-$68,000/year
Target Placement
48-72 hours
CDL Holders (State)
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
We aim to fill power only driver requests within 48-72 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. 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.
We recruit power only drivers from across Minnesota, a market of roughly 35,000+ CDL holders statewide and 40+ CDL schools. Every candidate we put forward is screened for the Class A CDL, 1+ years OTR with various trailer types, and a clean driving and compliance record before you see them. Target HQ and distribution hub creates massive dry van volume.