Counter Sales / CDL Route Backup Driver

Airgas; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) Retirement Plan with company 1

Paid holidays

Job summary

Airgas in Morrisville, NC is seeking a Counter Sales / CDL Route Backup Driver. This role combines counter sales with occasional backup driving duties and involves loading/unloading cylinders and forklift operation.

The position requires a valid Class A/B license, Hazmat endorsement (or ability to obtain), and a minimum of 1 year of Class A driving experience. Expect outdoor work, safety adherence, and OT as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class A or B Driver's License.
• Valid Medical Examiner's Card.
• Hazmat Endorsement or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Minimum 1 year of Class A driving experience in the last 5 years.
• Airgas Background and Motor Vehicle Check.
• DOT Clearinghouse verification required.
• Ability to lift 25–75 lbs, occasionally 76+ lbs.
• Willingness to work outdoors in changing temperatures.
• Maintain a drug-free workplace.
• Adherence to safety regulations and policies.
• Flexible to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Sales & Business Development: Selling industrial, medical, and specialty gases, welding supplies, and related equipment; soliciting sales from new and existing customers.
• Customer Support: Assisting customers via email, telephone, and in-person walk-ins; guidance on equipment usage and material requirements.
• Operations & Logistics: Loading/unloading cylinders, operating forklifts, and backing up driver duties.
• Inventory Management: Monitoring cylinder and hardgoods levels to prevent shortages.
• Administrative & Financial: Managing accounts receivable and related paperwork, including coding, costing, and pricing.

Skills

Valid Class A/B Driver's License

Hazmat Endorsement

21 years old

1 year Class A driving experience

DOT Clearinghouse verification

Lift 25–75 lbs

Outdoor work in temp changes

Drug-free workplace

Safety regulations adherence

Overtime flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift Experience

Touch freight delivery

Job description

R10102547 Counter Sales / CDL Route Backup Driver (Open)

Morrisville, NC - 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 Counter Sales /Backup CDL Driver in MORRISVILLE, NC.

We are looking for you!

• Monday - Friday, start time 7 am - Home Daily
• Benefits Eligibility: 30 days
• Possible weekends (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

• Sales & Business Development: Selling industrial, medical, and specialty gases, welding supplies, and related equipment. This includes soliciting sales from both new and existing customers.
• Customer Support: Assisting customers via email, telephone, and in-person walk-ins. I also provide guidance on equipment usage and material requirements.
• Operations & Logistics: Managing the loading and unloading of cylinders, operating forklifts, and serving as a backup driver when necessary.
• Inventory Management: Monitoring and maintaining proper hardgoods and cylinder levels to prevent supply emergencies.
• Administrative & Financial: Managing accounts receivable, including discussing past-due accounts and collecting payments. I also ensure all paperwork is accurately completed, including coding, costing, and pricing.

Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class A or B Driver's License.
• Valid Medical Examiner's Card.
• Must have the Hazmat Endorsement or be able to obtain the endorsement within 60 days of being hired.
• Must have at least 21 years old.
• Must have one (1) year of prior Class A professional driving experience within the last five (5) years.
• Successful completion of Airgas Background and Motor Vehicle Check.
• DOT Clearinghouse verification from previous employers is required.
• Ability to routinely lift or move around 25 – 75 lbs., and occasionally lift 76 to greater than 100 lbs.
• Willingness to work outdoors in changing temperatures.
• Ability to maintain a drug-free workplace.
• Adherence to safety regulations and policies.
• Flexible to work overtime as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Forklift Experience
• Touch freight delivery experience

Benefits

• Medical plan
• Dental plan
• Vision plan
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 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 leave
• Funeral/bereavement leave
• Paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees
• Comprehensive family benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Support for Parents up to 14-weeks paid child birth benefits
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time
• Early Access: benefits start after just 30 days of employment
• 401k plan with company matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents
• Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children
• Collective bargaining unit members should review their agreement for eligibility for some or all benefits

Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

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 protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We 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, an Air Liquide Company 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 the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at [e-mail].