Warehouse​/ Backup CDL B Driver

R Warehouse/ Backup CDL B Driver (Open)

Location:

Theodore, AL
- Retail shop

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

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 Production Operator / CDL A Driver in Theodore, Al.

We are looking for you!

• HOME DAILY position
• Reliable Monday
  - Friday schedule with a 6:30am start time, with occasional weekend support to assist the team.
  
  Balanced 40 hour work week on average
• An excellent opportunity for those seeking a sustainable work-life harmony to spend quality time with family and friends.
• Referral bonus: $500
• 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 benefit 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

The production operator will assist in moving industrial gas cylinders to different areas of the plant and supporting the loading/unloading of cylinders from delivery trucks. As a representative of Airgas, the delivery driver is responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of compressed gas cylinders to local and regional business customers. Using a company-provided CDL B truck you will help bridge the gap between our plant and our valued customers.

This position focuses on the loading, unloading, and delivery of cylinders while fostering positive interactions with Airgas customers. Airgas operates a modern and advanced fleet. Most vehicles are under 6 years old and equipped with driver-supportive technology such as On-Board Computers, collision avoidance technology, latest camera technology, and GPS navigation.

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety
• Work with a forklift to move materials
• Load and unload the truck daily with gas cylinders and supplies
• Nurture courteous and professional relationships with customers
• Ensure deliveries are made in a timely manner
• Safely secure and unstrap cylinders for transport
• Make deliveries on customer property sites using a hand cart; we emphasize that this is a physically active role that keeps you moving throughout the day.
• Drivers will frequently exit their vehicle as part of their active routine

• Valid Class A CDL or B CDL with HAZMAT (or able to obtain within 60 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 able to provide proof of a certificate of completion from trucking school completed in the last 12 months.

• Forklift experience
• Ability to drive a manual transmission

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.

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