Access our pool of pre-screened power only drivers in Arkansas. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with various trailer types experience, placed within 48-72 hours.
Demand
high
Adj. Wage
$47,000-$60,000/year
Placement
48-72 hours
State Pool
32,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Power Only Driver Requirements in Arkansas
Credentials Needed
CDL Class:Class A
Endorsements:None required
Experience:1+ years OTR with various trailer types
Wage Range:$47,000-$60,000/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
Our typical placement time for power only drivers is 48-72 hours. In Arkansas, where demand is high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Power Only drivers in Arkansas typically earn $47,000-$60,000/year. This reflects the state's high demand level and the Class A requirement. Little Rock and Bentonville tend to offer the highest rates.
Power Only drivers in Arkansas need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Arkansas has 35+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for power only driver demand in Arkansas are Little Rock, Bentonville, Fort Smith, Jonesboro. Major employers driving this demand include Walmart (Bentonville HQ + DCs), Tyson Foods (Springdale), J.B. Hunt (Lowell HQ).
Our Arkansas power only driver pool draws from 32,000+ 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. Home to Walmart, J.B. Hunt, and ABF — massive trucking ecosystem.