Pre-screened power only drivers in Virginia. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with various trailer types experience. We aim to fill requests within 48-72 hours.
Demand
very high
Adj. Wage
$53,000-$68,000/year
Target Placement
48-72 hours
CDL Holders (State)
48,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Power Only Driver Requirements in Virginia
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
Virginia Market for Power Only Drivers
Top Cities for Power Only Hiring in Virginia
#1
Virginia Beach
#2
Norfolk
#3
Richmond
#4
Arlington
#5
Chesapeake
#6
Roanoke
Employers Driving Power Only Demand in Virginia
Port of Virginia (Norfolk)Amazon (10+ FCs)Newport News ShipbuildingMilitary basesWalmart DCs
Why Hire Power Only Drivers in Virginia
Port of Virginia is the deepest on the East Coast
I-81 is a major north-south freight corridor
Military and defense create stable long-term freight demand
DC-metro proximity provides government logistics opportunities
Diverse economy supports demand for all equipment types
What Our Power Only Drivers Bring to Your Virginia 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 Virginia, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Power Only drivers in Virginia typically earn $53,000-$68,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Virginia Beach and Norfolk tend to offer the highest rates.
Power Only drivers in Virginia need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Virginia has 60+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for power only driver demand in Virginia are Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Richmond, Arlington. Major employers driving this demand include Port of Virginia (Norfolk), Amazon (10+ FCs), Newport News Shipbuilding.
We recruit power only drivers from across Virginia, a market of roughly 48,000+ CDL holders statewide and 60+ 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. Port of Virginia is the deepest on the East Coast.