Hire Power Only Drivers in Illinois
Pre-screened power only drivers in Illinois. 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
$55,000-$70,000/year
Target Placement
48-72 hours
CDL Holders (State)
85,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Power Only Driver Requirements in Illinois
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years OTR with various trailer types
- Wage Range:$55,000-$70,000/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
Illinois Market for Power Only Drivers
Top Cities for Power Only Hiring in Illinois
#1
Chicago
#2
Rockford
#3
Joliet
#4
Peoria
#5
Springfield
#6
Champaign
Employers Driving Power Only Demand in Illinois
Amazon (15+ FCs)Caterpillar (Peoria)BNSF Logistics Park (Joliet)Walmart DCsADM (Decatur)
Why Hire Power Only Drivers in Illinois
Chicago is the #1 intermodal hub in North America
I-80/I-90/I-55/I-57 intersection creates the densest freight network
BNSF and UP rail hubs generate massive drayage demand
Manufacturing base provides consistent flatbed freight
Central location reaches 80% of US population within one day
What Our Power Only Drivers Bring to Your Illinois 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 Illinois
Hiring Power Only Drivers in Illinois — 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 Illinois, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Power Only drivers in Illinois typically earn $55,000-$70,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Chicago and Rockford tend to offer the highest rates.
Power Only drivers in Illinois need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Illinois has 120+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for power only driver demand in Illinois are Chicago, Rockford, Joliet, Peoria. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon (15+ FCs), Caterpillar (Peoria), BNSF Logistics Park (Joliet).
We recruit power only drivers from across Illinois, a market of roughly 85,000+ CDL holders statewide and 120+ 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. Chicago is the #1 intermodal hub in North America.