Plant Operator​/Backup Shuttle Driver; CDL A

R Plant Operator/Backup Shuttle Driver (CDL

A) (Open)

Location:

Appleton, WI - Filling industrial

As a Plant Operator/Backup Shuttle Driver, you will safely fill high-pressure cylinders in the plant and step in as a relief driver to deliver compressed gases and hard goods to local branch locations.

• Fill high-pressure industrial and medical cylinders using temperature/pressure methods; operate, inspect, and maintain pumping equipment and pressure gauges.
• Perform pre- and post-fill cylinder inspections, remove damaged equipment from service, and maintain accurate compliance records.
• Act as the relief driver when needed, safely operating a loaded delivery truck to transport cylinders and goods to other branch locations.
• Load and unload trucks, complete pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections, and accurately maintain delivery manifests; assist with inventory and plant housekeeping when not driving.

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Valid Medical Examiner's Card.
• Hazmat & Airbrake Certifications.
• One (1) year of prior Class A professional driving experience within the last five (5) years and a clean driving record (no more than two convictions or two at‑fault accidents in the last three years; or no more than one conviction and one at‑fault accident in the last three years).
• In lieu of experience, may consider accepting a diploma from an accredited driving school and a minimum of one (1) year of prior driving experience within the last five (5) years.
• Must be at least 21 years or older.
• Ability to read and comprehend material safety data sheets.
• Ability to routinely lift 25–75 lbs, and occasionally lift 76–>125 lbs with the aid of material handling equipment.
• Must be able to drive hazardous cargo for up to 8 hours; frequent bending is also required.
• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to obtain a forklift operator certification.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short‑ and long‑term disability, employee assistance program, pre‑tax commuter benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty, funeral/bereavement leave, paid holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, tuition reimbursement, and discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company, is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations.