Counter Rep & Delivery Driver (CDL-B/Hazmat) – Gases & Welding

awg; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

American Welding and Gas, Inc. in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Counter Rep/Back-Up Delivery Driver to assist customers in store and by phone, manage purchases and order processing, and support back-up cylinder deliveries.

The role requires a CDL-B with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements (or the ability to obtain them), plus the ability to read/write English and lift heavy cylinders as needed. The candidate will help maintain inventory, process transactions, and contribute to branch profitability.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Class B CDL Required with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements.
• Clean driving record.
• Able to read and write English.
• Able to move compressed gas and liquid cylinders; Lift 50-75 pounds frequently and maneuver 100+ pound cylinders (rolling, using a cart, etc.).
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen, DOT physical and company administered road test.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in store and by phone to purchase and order products.
• Handle cylinder returns, exchanges and purchases.
• Handle cash and charge account transactions. Reconcile cash, credit card, and charge transactions and end of day cash drawers.
• Branch collection activities and customer retention calls.
• Assist manager with opening and closing store each day including securing all cylinders, locking all areas and setting alarms.
• Monitor inventory levels. Check in and put away inventory.
• Receive freight and create bar code labels with part numbers.
• Schedule deliveries and service calls.
• Support outside sales team.
• Follow and comply with all company safety policies.
• Work with store manager to achieve/surpass budgeted sales projections while maintaining expenses within the parameters allocated by management to achieve profitability.
• Assist manager with building and equipment maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

Inventory control

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL-B License

Hazmat Endorsement

Tanker Endorsement

Job description

American Welding and Gas, Inc. in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Counter Rep/Back-Up Delivery Driver to assist customers in store and by phone, manage purchases and order processing, and support back-up cylinder deliveries.

The role requires a CDL-B with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements (or the ability to obtain them), plus the ability to read/write English and lift heavy cylinders as needed. The candidate will help maintain inventory, process transactions, and contribute to branch profitability.