Hire Power Only Drivers in California
Pre-screened power only drivers in California. 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
$59,000-$76,000/year
Target Placement
48-72 hours
CDL Holders (State)
145,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Power Only Driver Requirements in California
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years OTR with various trailer types
- Wage Range:$59,000-$76,000/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
California Market for Power Only Drivers
Top Cities for Power Only Hiring in California
#1
Los Angeles
#2
San Francisco
#3
San Diego
#4
Fresno
#5
Sacramento
#6
Oakland
#7
Stockton
Employers Driving Power Only Demand in California
Amazon (20+ FCs)Port of LA/Long BeachWalmart DCsTargetCostcoSysco
Why Hire Power Only Drivers in California
Largest freight market in the US — port + agriculture + e-commerce
Port of LA/Long Beach handles 40% of US imports
Year-round produce season creates consistent reefer demand
Highest driver wages outside Alaska
CARB compliance creates barrier to entry — less competition for compliant fleets
What Our Power Only Drivers Bring to Your California 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 California
Power Only Drivers in Other States
Hiring Power Only Drivers in California — FAQ
We aim to fill power only driver requests within 48-72 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In California, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Power Only drivers in California typically earn $59,000-$76,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Los Angeles and San Francisco tend to offer the highest rates.
Power Only drivers in California need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. California has 200+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for power only driver demand in California are Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Fresno. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon (20+ FCs), Port of LA/Long Beach, Walmart DCs.
We recruit power only drivers from across California, a market of roughly 145,000+ CDL holders statewide and 200+ 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. Largest freight market in the US — port + agriculture + e-commerce.