Hire Power Only Drivers in Utah
Pre-screened power only drivers in Utah. 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
$53,000-$68,000/year
Target Placement
48-72 hours
CDL Holders (State)
18,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Power Only Driver Requirements in Utah
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years OTR with various trailer types
- Wage Range:$53,000-$68,000/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
Utah Market for Power Only Drivers
Top Cities for Power Only Hiring in Utah
#1
Salt Lake City
#2
Provo
#3
Ogden
#4
St. George
#5
Logan
#6
Layton
Employers Driving Power Only Demand in Utah
Amazon SLC1-SLC3Rio Tinto (copper)eBay/OverstockWalmart DCHill AFB
Why Hire Power Only Drivers in Utah
SLC is the distribution hub for the Mountain West
Tech corridor (Silicon Slopes) driving e-commerce growth
I-15/I-80 intersection connects Pacific NW to Southwest
Mining and energy sector provides flatbed demand
Young workforce creates future driver pipeline
What Our Power Only Drivers Bring to Your Utah 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 Utah
Hiring Power Only Drivers in Utah — 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 Utah, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Power Only drivers in Utah typically earn $53,000-$68,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Salt Lake City and Provo tend to offer the highest rates.
Power Only drivers in Utah need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Utah has 20+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for power only driver demand in Utah are Salt Lake City, Provo, Ogden, St. George. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon SLC1-SLC3, Rio Tinto (copper), eBay/Overstock.
We recruit power only drivers from across Utah, a market of roughly 18,000+ CDL holders statewide and 20+ 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. SLC is the distribution hub for the Mountain West.