Hire Power Only Drivers in Mississippi
Pre-screened power only drivers in Mississippi. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with various trailer types experience. We aim to fill requests within 48-72 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$45,000-$58,000/year
Target Placement
48-72 hours
CDL Holders (State)
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
Nissan (Canton)Toyota (Blue Springs)Sanderson FarmsIngalls Shipbuilding (Pascagoula)Walmart DCs
Why Hire Power Only Drivers in Mississippi
Lowest fuel tax in the region — 18.4 cents/gallon
Automotive manufacturing provides steady freight
Lowest cost of living in the US maximizes driver pay impact
Abundant truck parking reduces driver frustration
Poultry processing creates consistent reefer demand
What Our Power Only Drivers Bring to Your Mississippi 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 Mississippi
Hiring Power Only Drivers in Mississippi — 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 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.
We recruit power only drivers from across Mississippi, a market of roughly 22,000+ CDL holders statewide and 30+ 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. Lowest fuel tax in the region — 18.4 cents/gallon.