AG-Driver

Airgas; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) plan with company matching

Airgas Scholarship Program

Job summary

Airgas in Peoria is seeking a delivery driver with Class A CDL and Hazmat endorsement to transport compressed and liquid gases and related products on scheduled routes. You will load and unload cylinders, verify weights, collect signatures, and maintain DOT compliance.

The role requires safe driving and adherence to safety rules, with forklift handling as needed, and collaboration with dispatch and customers to meet delivery timelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year Class A CDL with Hazmat and Air Brake endorsements and a clean driving record.
• At least one year of experience operating a tractor‑trailer combination.
• Forklift operation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compressed and liquefied gases on scheduled routes, loading and unloading as required.
• Record deliveries and pickups with signatures and load manifests.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections and maintain safe driving records.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Responsibilities

• Drive up to a 20‑ton truck loaded with compressed gas cylinders, liquid cylinders and hard goods to deliver to customers on a scheduled route.
• Loads/unloads truck; changes out empty cylinders and connects full cylinders at customer site when it can be safely accomplished.
• Picks up empty cylinders from customer sites.
• Records deliveries and pick‑ups on a load manifest and obtains signatures from customers for receipt purposes.
• Operate a tractor‑trailer combination for long‑distance deliveries and off‑loading compressed and liquefied industrial gases to customers or storage sites.
• Listen to and resolve service inquiries and complaints.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections, documenting deficiencies and ensuring all safety items are in good working order.
• Maintain a safe driving record and appropriate driver’s license classification while operating company vehicles and equipment.
• Utilize onboard computer system to ensure accuracy of data.
• Load and unload service trucks with gas cylinders, containers and supplies for scheduled route deliveries as directed by dispatcher.
• Operate a forklift or pallet jack in warehouse to assist with workloads at plant/branch.
• Operate cryogenic dewar fills and deliver compressed cylinders at customer sites following FDA requirements.
• Make deliveries in a timely manner to ensure customer satisfaction; may work extra hours if needed.
• Ensure all documents required to move and deliver the load are available and accurate.
• Perform any non‑route delivery necessary to provide customers with products as scheduled.
• Maintain records promptly and accurately in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations.
• Inspect vehicle for defects before each delivery (pre‑trip) and submit necessary documentation immediately; perform post‑trip inspection upon return.
• Notify management in a timely manner if any equipment or product concerns are identified.
• Perform duties in accordance with company policies and comply with federal, state, local and DOT regulations.
• Collect, record transactions and submit all customer payments promptly to the manager.
• Pull orders from warehouse, load truck and verify truck weight is within DOT compliance before leaving the workplace.
• Provide support to internal and external customers to maintain inventory and delivery needs.
• Maintain neat, clean and professional personal and vehicle appearance.
• If reporting out of a branch, stock shelves, warehouse counters and tables, maintain showroom displays as needed; may perform order entry, process cash and charge orders using SAP.
• Communicate by phone, e‑mail and in person with customers, sales staff, store managers and others, inquiring about and providing information on cost, ordering and delivery times.
• Provide timely communication back to distribution manager or customer’s salesman regarding any changes related to the customer.
• Deliver bulk liquid safely: unload from truck, deliver to customer and supply proper delivery documentation.
• Upload, deliver and download gases to customers’ vessels in a safe manner.
• Follow Airgas guiding principles and essential behaviors as provided on hire and discussed during performance reviews.
• Perform any reasonable work request that falls within the qualifications.

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Required Experience

• Minimum one year Class A CDL with Hazmat and Air brake endorsements operating a commercial vehicle with a clean and safe driving record; at least one year of experience driving a tractor‑trailer combination.
• Experience operating a forklift is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of all Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations for commercial drivers.
• Excellent customer service, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to read a map and follow directions to navigate delivery route.
• Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Commitment and desire to work safely and ethically.
• Maintain clean driving record per driver qualification policy.
• DOT pre‑employment and random drug testing applies; must operate in a drug‑free workplace.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans; short‑term and long‑term disability; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); pre‑tax commuter transportation benefit; parental leave; vacation; sick time; floating holidays; jury duty; funeral/bereavement leave; paid holidays for eligible full‑time employees.
• 401(k) plan with company matching funds; tuition reimbursement; discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents; Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
• Eligible employees in collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine eligibility and conditions for benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and 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 to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment.