Hire Power Only Drivers in Wisconsin
Access our pool of pre-screened power only drivers in Wisconsin. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with various trailer types experience, placed within 48-72 hours.
Demand
high
Adj. Wage
$51,000-$65,000/year
Placement
48-72 hours
State Pool
38,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Power Only Driver Requirements in Wisconsin
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years OTR with various trailer types
- Wage Range:$51,000-$65,000/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
Wisconsin Market for Power Only Drivers
Top Cities for Power Only Hiring in Wisconsin
#1
Milwaukee
#2
Madison
#3
Green Bay
#4
Appleton
#5
Kenosha
#6
Oshkosh
Employers Driving Power Only Demand in Wisconsin
Harley-Davidson (Milwaukee)Oshkosh CorporationKimberly-ClarkAmazon MKE1-MKE5Sargento
Why Hire Power Only Drivers in Wisconsin
No toll roads — significant savings versus Illinois
Dairy industry creates year-round reefer demand
Manufacturing base provides consistent flatbed freight
Lower cost of living than Chicago draws drivers north
Paper/packaging industry in Fox Valley needs steady freight
What Our Power Only Drivers Bring to Your Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
Hiring Power Only Drivers in Wisconsin — FAQ
Our typical placement time for power only drivers is 48-72 hours. In Wisconsin, where demand is high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Power Only drivers in Wisconsin typically earn $51,000-$65,000/year. This reflects the state's high demand level and the Class A requirement. Milwaukee and Madison tend to offer the highest rates.
Power Only drivers in Wisconsin need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Wisconsin has 45+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for power only driver demand in Wisconsin are Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Appleton. Major employers driving this demand include Harley-Davidson (Milwaukee), Oshkosh Corporation, Kimberly-Clark.
Our Wisconsin power only driver pool draws from 38,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 63% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. No toll roads — significant savings versus Illinois.