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Mid Level Trucking Jobs in Minnesota

Find truck driver positions in Minnesota for drivers with 1-3 years of experience. Browse available job types, expected pay, and top hiring companies in MN.

Experience Level

1-3 years

Expected Pay

$52,000 - $65,000

MN CDL-A Avg

$59,200

Mid Level Truck Driver Jobs in Minnesota

Minnesota offers strong opportunities for drivers with 1-3 years of experience. Minnesota is a northern freight hub anchored by the Twin Cities (Minneapolis-St. Paul), which serves as a distribution gateway between the Midwest, Great Plains, and Canada. The state's diverse economy generates varied freight types from medical devices to grain. With key industries including Medical device manufacturing (Medtronic), Food processing (General Mills, Cargill, Hormel), Agriculture (corn, soybeans, sugar beets), mid level drivers in MN can find positions in multiple freight sectors.

Jobs Available at 1-3 years Experience in MN

1
Regional driver (all trailer types)
2
Dedicated account driver
3
LTL linehaul and city P&D
4
Flatbed driver
5
Tanker driver
6
Hazmat hauler
7
Intermodal drayage
8
Auto hauler (car carrier)

Salary Data for Minnesota

License TypeMN Average
CDL-A$59,200
CDL-B$47,500
Non-CDL$40,500
Owner-Operator (Gross)$210,000

Cost of Living Index: 97 (100 = national avg) | Adjusted purchasing power: $61,031

Companies Hiring Mid Level Drivers

F
FedEx Freight
X
XPO Logistics
O
Old Dominion Freight Line
E
Estes Express Lines
S
Saia LTL Freight

Major Trucking Cities in Minnesota

Minneapolis, MN
St. Paul, MN
Duluth, MN
Rochester, MN
Bloomington, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do mid level truck drivers make in Minnesota?

Mid Level truck drivers (1-3 years) in Minnesota typically earn $52,000 - $65,000 annually. The overall CDL-A average in Minnesota is $59,200. Actual pay depends on the carrier, freight type, and endorsements held.

What trucking companies hire mid level drivers in Minnesota?

Major carriers that recruit mid level drivers in Minnesota include FedEx Freight, XPO Logistics, Old Dominion Freight Line, and others with terminals or operations in MN. Check each carrier's website for current Minnesota openings.

What CDL jobs can I get with 1-3 years experience in Minnesota?

With 1-3 years of experience in Minnesota, you can apply for positions including Regional driver (all trailer types), Dedicated account driver, LTL linehaul and city P&D. Minnesota's key industries (Medical device manufacturing (Medtronic) and Food processing (General Mills, Cargill, Hormel)) create additional specialized opportunities.