Hire Power Only Drivers in North Dakota
Access our pool of pre-screened power only drivers in North Dakota. 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
6,500+
CDL Required
Class A
Power Only Driver Requirements in North Dakota
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
North Dakota Market for Power Only Drivers
Top Cities for Power Only Hiring in North Dakota
#1
Fargo
#2
Bismarck
#3
Grand Forks
#4
Minot
#5
Williston
Employers Driving Power Only Demand in North Dakota
Bakken oil field operatorsCargill (Fargo)Amazon FAR1Military basesTMobile DC
Why Hire Power Only Drivers in North Dakota
Bakken oil field pays the highest per-mile rates in the country
Fargo is the primary distribution hub for the Northern Plains
Low state taxes and no toll roads benefit owner-operators
Small population means less competition for available drivers
Agriculture and energy sectors provide year-round demand
What Our Power Only Drivers Bring to Your North Dakota 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 North Dakota
Hiring Power Only Drivers in North Dakota — FAQ
Our typical placement time for power only drivers is 48-72 hours. In North Dakota, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Power Only drivers in North Dakota typically earn $53,000-$68,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Fargo and Bismarck tend to offer the highest rates.
Power Only drivers in North Dakota need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. North Dakota has 10 CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for power only driver demand in North Dakota are Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot. Major employers driving this demand include Bakken oil field operators, Cargill (Fargo), Amazon FAR1.
Our North Dakota power only driver pool draws from 6,500+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 56% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Bakken oil field pays the highest per-mile rates in the country.