Cylinder Exchange Technician - Concord

A-Gas in the Americas; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k)

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Training & certifications

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A-Gas in the Americas is seeking a Cylinder Exchange Technician to drive the Rapid Exchange program across a defined territory. You will collect and drop off refrigerant cylinders, label them accurately, and ensure equipment is well maintained while delivering outstanding service.

Role requires a valid CDL with hazmat endorsement, EPA 608 license within 14 days, and the ability to lift 75+ lbs. You will report daily and weekly results and collaborate with the Rapid Recovery Network Services team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDL Class A or B license with hazmat endorsement within 30 days of employment.
• EPA 608 license within 14 days of employment.
• Ability to lift 75+ lbs.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Rapid Exchange program within a territory, including interactions with customers and prospects.
• Operate the cylinder exchange program by picking up and dropping off refrigerant gas cylinders at customer locations using a box truck.
• Provide excellent customer service by understanding the competitive landscape and customer needs to build loyalty and opportunities.
• Prepare and label cylinders correctly.
• Operate an electric pallet jack and lift gate to load and unload shipments.
• Consolidate refrigerants into half-ton cylinders.
• Keep accurate reports and submit daily work orders and weekly expense reports on time.
• Maintain assigned vehicle in good condition and follow safety practices.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Safety minded

Detail oriented

Lifting ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class A/B with hazmat endorsement

EPA 608 license

Tools

N/A

Job description

Who are we? A-Gas istheglobal expert in the full life-cycle management of specialty chemicals and gases, providing refrigerants, blowing agents, fire protection agents, and carbon credit offsets to customers around the world. Our purpose is to supply an innovative solution for our customers while protecting and enhancing the environment by reducing global warming gases and preventing their release into the atmosphere. Through our people, technical expertise, and industry-leading recovery, reclamation, and gas processing technologies, A-Gas leads the industry in environmental solutions.

A-Gas Rapid Recovery is the number one service provider of refrigerant recovery services for the HVAC, refrigeration, demolition, and marine industries. Projects range in size from single residential split systems to chilling systems operating on tens of thousands of pounds, to projects with thousands of units. The primary purpose of this role is to drive business development for the company to meet gas acquisition goals through our Rapid Recovery Network Services.

What you will do?

• As a Cylinder Exchange Technician, you will be responsible for managing the "Rapid Exchange" program within a specific territory, which includes handling interactions with customers and prospects, and consolidation responsibilities. Your duties will include:
• Operating the A-Gas cylinder exchange program by picking up and dropping off refrigerant gas cylinders at customer locations using a box truck.
• Providing excellent customer service through a deep understanding of the competitive landscape, full service offerings, and customer needs in order to build customer loyalty and increase business opportunities.
• Preparing and properly labeling cylinders.
• Operating an electric pallet jack and lift gate to load and unload shipments.
• Consolidating refrigerants into half-ton cylinders.
• Assisting with the sourcing of gas by looking for additional gas to bring back to the company for reclamation or destruction purposes.
• Keeping accurate reports and submitting daily work orders and weekly expense reports on time.
• Providing care for your assigned vehicle by keeping it in good condition and maintaining it according to the vehicle\'s manual.
• Working safely and reporting any safety concerns.
• Performing any other job duties as identified.

Qualifications For a Cylinder Exchange Technician

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 21 years old
• Possession of a valid driver\'s license - Clean driving record
• Must posses a valid CDL Class A or B license and the ability to obtain hazmat endorsement within 30 days of employment
• Ability to obtain EPA 608 license within 14 days of employment - Strong reading, writing, and math skills
• Capability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and spend extended periods driving
• Ability to lift 75+ lbs
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Priority given to safety attitude

Experience in the HVAC industry and familiarity with refrigerant handling and HVAC gas recovery is preferred, although various other factors will be considered.

WORK SCHEDULE

This is a full-time position that typically works a 40-hour week, Monday - Friday.

Why A-Gas?

The wage for this position starts at $30 per hour, depending on experience.

A-Gas provides a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). Employees also benefit from a 401(k) plan, company-paid short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, opportunities for training initiatives, professional certifications, and a tuition reimbursement program. It\'s an exciting time to join A-Gas, come grow with us!

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.