Access our pool of pre-screened power only drivers in Tennessee. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years OTR with various trailer types experience, placed within 48-72 hours.
Demand
very high
Adj. Wage
$51,000-$65,000/year
Placement
48-72 hours
State Pool
48,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Power Only Driver Requirements in Tennessee
Credentials Needed
CDL Class:Class A
Endorsements:None required
Experience:1+ years OTR with various trailer types
Wage Range:$51,000-$65,000/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 Tennessee, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Power Only drivers in Tennessee typically earn $51,000-$65,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Nashville and Memphis tend to offer the highest rates.
Power Only drivers in Tennessee need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Tennessee has 60+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for power only driver demand in Tennessee are Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga. Major employers driving this demand include FedEx SuperHub (Memphis), Amazon BNA2-BNA7, Nissan (Smyrna).
Our Tennessee power only driver pool draws from 48,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 64% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Memphis FedEx SuperHub — overnight freight capital of the US.