Counter Sales Associate​/Backup Local Delivery Driver; CDL B

R Counter Sales Associate/Backup Local Delivery Driver (CDL

B) (Open)

Mankato, MN
- Retail shop

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR, and VALUE diversity.

Airgas is Hiring for a Counter Sales Associate/Backup Local Delivery Driver in Mankato, MN!

We are looking for you !

• Compensation: $28.00 to $29.00/ hour + eligible for regional performance bonuses!

• Schedule: Monday
  - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (No weekends or regular on-call!)

• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.

• Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-weeks paid child birth benefits to support growing families.

• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.

• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment.

We are seeking a versatile professional for a hybrid role that bridges customer service, warehouse operations, and commercial delivery. The majority of your time will focus on inside sales, inventory support, and client service at our local branch.

You will also serve as a vital backup driver, stepping into a local delivery box truck to transport medical and industrial products during high-traffic periods or vacation coverage.

• Customer & Order Coordination:
  Assist clients with accounts, process orders, and handle logistics coordination using modern digital shipping and tracking tools.

• Warehouse & Logistics Support:
  Maintain inventory accuracy and participate in cross-functional branch tasks to keep daily operations organized and efficient.

• Backup Route Operations:
  Step in as the backup commercial driver when needed, safely operating a box truck to deliver industrial and medical products. On driving days, routes typically average 10 to 12 stops and cover 150 to 200 miles.

• Valid Class A or B with HAZMAT (or able to obtain within 90 days from hire date) & Airbrake endorsements

• Maintain appropriate driver's license, medical card & endorsements

• No more than two (2) traffic convictions: OR two (2) at-fault accident in the last 3 years; or no more than a combination of one (1) traffic conviction and one (1) at-fault accident in the last 3 years

• No driving while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance within the last seven (7) years

• Must be able to work in a drug-free environment

• Be able to regularly lift 75lbs and move more than 125lbs with the aid of material handling equipment

• Must have 1 year of CDL driving experience in the last 5 years or be able to provide proof of a certificate of completion from trucking school completed in the last 12 months.

• Forklift experience

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other…