Class A CDL Route Driver

R Class A CDL Route Driver (Open)

Location:

Knoxville, TN - Middlebrook - Filling industrial

Recruiter:
Dwayne Darity

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Airgas is hiring a CDL Class A Route Driver in Knoxville, TN. The driver will operate Class A and B Hazmat vehicles, transporting gas cylinders to Airgas locations. Typical schedule includes Monday‑Friday from 6 am with home daily and possible weekends on call.

• Carry out daily route deliveries, ensuring accurate load manifests and documentation.
• Maintain cylinder levels, monitor temperature, and adjust loads to prevent emergencies.
• Safely load, unload, deliver, and retrieve cylinders and hard goods.
• Foster strong customer relationships and provide cost & delivery info.
• Use strong verbal skills and English language proficiency for communication, signs, and documentation.
• Apply analytical problem‑solving for customer inquiries.
• Self‑motivated, attentive to detail, and goal‑oriented.

• At least 21 years old.
• Class A CDL.
• Hazmat endorsement or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Successful background, motor vehicle check, and DOT clearinghouse verification.
• Ability to lift 25–75 lbs., occasionally 76–100+ lbs.
• Willingness to work outdoors in changing temperatures.
• Commitment to a drug‑free workplace.
• Adherence to safety regulations and policies.
• Strong verbal English communication.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift experience (training and certification provided).
• Touch freight delivery experience.
• Hazmat experience preferred.

Airgas offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time associates including medical, dental, and vision plans; vacation, sick/float days, and paid holidays; progressive parental leave; 401(k) with company match; tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.

Airgas is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome 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 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Airgas is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that values every employee’s unique contributions. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Airgas, part of Air Liquide, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical, and specialty gases, safety products, and ammonia. With 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability, and innovation.