Bulk Driver​/Backup Plant Operator

R Bulk Driver / Backup Plant Operator (Open)

Job Description

Location:

Orlando, FL - 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.

We are looking for you !

• An excellent opportunity for those seeking a sustainable work-life harmony to spend quality time with family and friends.
• Consistent routine:
  Tuesday-Friday predictable schedule featuring a 3:00am start time to support team flow
• Dedicated schedule focused on team support and operational excellence consisting of an average 40 hour work week
• 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 of 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

As a key representative of Airgas, the delivery driver contributes to the safe and efficient delivery of compressed gas cylinders to local and regional business customers from an Airgas branch or plant location using a company provided CDL B and CDL A vehicle. This position involves loading, unloading, and returning compressed gas cylinders while frequently connecting with Airgas customers. In addition, you will partner with our team to safely transport Nitrogen and Argon in a Bulk CDL A truck, while expanding your expertise with specialized tube trailers.

In addition, you will safely operate a microbulk truck, partnering with customers to ensure reliable argon delivery. As a cross-trained plant operator, you will contribute to filling tube trailers, microbulk trucks, and helium cylinders.

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Load and unload the truck daily with gas cylinders & supplies
• Nurture courteous & professional relationships with customers
• Support deliveries in a timely manner
• Safely secure and unsecure cylinders
• Complete deliveries on customer property sites using a hand cart; we emphasize the physically active and hands‑on nature of this position.
• Drivers will frequently move in and out of their vehicle
• A day in the life of Airgas driver

• Valid Class A with HAZMAT (or able to obtain within 60 days from hire date) & Airbrake endorsements
• Hazmat IS REQUIRED. CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED UNLESS THEY CURRENTLY HAVE THEIR HAZMAT
• 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 2 years of verifiable CDL A driving experience in the last 5 years.

• 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…