Local Delivery Driver; CDL B

Local Delivery Driver (CDL

B) (Open)

Location: Cheshire, CT (Plant) – Industrial Filling

Pay Range: $27 - $29 per hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday, day shift

• Safety Driver Bonus (paid quarterly)
• Gainshare Bonus (paid quarterly)
• Comprehensive Family Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability Insurance
• Paid child‑birth benefits up to 14 weeks
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick time
• Benefits start 30 days after employment

This role is responsible for the safe transportation, loading, and unloading of compressed gas cylinders between locations while maintaining meticulous documentation and vehicle safety inspections. You will manage associate and customer relations, operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, and adhere to hazardous material safety protocols.

• Vehicle Operation: Operate a Class B Hazmat vehicle to deliver compressed and liquid gas cylinders, and hard goods along designated routes.
• Customer Service: Collect empty cylinders from customers and address inquiries to ensure complete satisfaction.
• Documentation: Record all transactions accurately and obtain necessary customer signatures.
• Logistics: Handle loading and unloading of all materials.
• Safety & Maintenance: Conduct thorough pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections, noting any issues to ensure full safety compliance and maintain vehicle condition.
• Professionalism: Maintain a professional appearance and represent the company during all deliveries.

• At least 21 years of age
• Valid Class B or better CDL with HAZMAT endorsement
• Airgas Background Check and Motor Vehicle Check completed successfully
• At least 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the last 5 years
• DOT clearance verification from previous employers
• Ability to routinely lift 25–75 lbs., occasionally 76–>100 lbs with equipment
• Willingness to work outdoors in changing temperatures
• Committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace
• Adherence to safety regulations and policies

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Forklift experience
• Touch freight delivery experience

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 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. For accommodation requests, contact us at us-ac