Local Delivery Driver (CDL B)

Airgas; Waterford (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits after 30 days

Gain Share Bonus (Quarterly)

Driver Safety Bonus (Quarterly)

401(k) with company match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Airgas is hiring a Local Delivery Driver (CDL B) in Waterford, CT to safely transport, load and unload compressed gas cylinders and hard goods along designated routes. You will maintain accurate documentation, perform vehicle inspections, and provide professional customer service while representing Airgas.

Requirements include a valid Class B CDL with HazMat endorsement, at least one year of verifiable CDL experience, and the ability to lift heavy loads.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Class B CDL with HazMat endorsement.
• Must pass Airgas Background and Motor Vehicle Check.
• DOT Clearinghouse verification required.
• At least 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the last 5 years.
• Ability to lift 25–75 lbs., and occasionally >100 lbs.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying temperatures.
• Drug-free workplace and adherence to safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Class B Hazmat vehicle to deliver compressed & liquid gas cylinders along routes.
• Collect empty cylinders and address customer inquiries.
• Document transactions and obtain customer signatures.
• Load and unload materials as required.
• Perform pre- and post-trip safety inspections and maintain vehicle.
• Represent Airgas professionally during all deliveries.

Skills

CDL B

Hazmat endorsement

1 year driving experience

DOT Clearinghouse

Background check

Outdoor work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

R10098189 Local Delivery Driver (CDL B) (Open)

Location:
Waterford, CT (Regional Office) - Cust. installations

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 Local Delivery Driver (CDL B) in Waterford, CT.

We are looking for you!

• Monday - Friday/First shift
• Hourly pay rate of $30.00
• Great Benefits after 30 days
• Gain Share Bonus ( Paid Quarterly )
• Driver Safety Bonus ( Paid Quarterly )
• 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

Recruiter: Jan Farmer / [e-mail] / 980-257-3217 CALL/TEXT

This role is responsible for the safe transportation, loading, and unloading of compressed gas cylinders between locations while maintaining meticulous documentation and vehicle safety inspections. You will professionally manage associate and customer relations, operate warehouse equipment like forklifts, and strictly adhere to all hazardous material safety protocols.

• Vehicle Operation: Operate a Class B Hazmat vehicle to deliver compressed and liquid gas cylinders, as well as hard goods, along designated routes.
• Customer Service: Collect empty cylinders from customers and address inquiries to ensure complete satisfaction.
• Documentation: Record all transactions accurately and obtain necessary customer signatures.
• Logistics: Handle the loading and unloading of all materials.
• Safety and Maintenance: Conduct thorough pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, noting any issues to ensure full safety compliance and maintaining the vehicle's condition.
• Professionalism: Maintain a professional appearance and serve as a representative of the company during all deliveries.

Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a valid Class B or better CDL.
• Must have HAZMAT endorsement.
• Successful completion of Airgas Background and Motor Vehicle Check.
• DOT Clearinghouse verification from previous employers is required.
• Must have at least 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the last 5 years.
• Ability to routinely lift 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.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Benefits

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 disability, life and 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 and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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.

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].

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