Access our pool of pre-screened power only drivers in Mississippi. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with various trailer types experience, placed within 48-72 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$45,000-$58,000/year
Placement
48-72 hours
State Pool
22,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Power Only Driver Requirements in Mississippi
Credentials Needed
CDL Class:Class A
Endorsements:None required
Experience:1+ years OTR with various trailer types
Wage Range:$45,000-$58,000/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
Mississippi Market for Power Only Drivers
Top Cities for Power Only Hiring in Mississippi
#1
Jackson
#2
Gulfport
#3
Hattiesburg
#4
Tupelo
#5
Southaven
Employers Driving Power Only Demand in Mississippi
Our typical placement time for power only drivers is 48-72 hours. In Mississippi, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Power Only drivers in Mississippi typically earn $45,000-$58,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Jackson and Gulfport tend to offer the highest rates.
Power Only drivers in Mississippi need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Mississippi has 30+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for power only driver demand in Mississippi are Jackson, Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Tupelo. Major employers driving this demand include Nissan (Canton), Toyota (Blue Springs), Sanderson Farms.
Our Mississippi power only driver pool draws from 22,000+ 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. Lowest fuel tax in the region — 18.4 cents/gallon.