Route Driver

nexAir, LLC; Fairburn (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

nexAir, LLC is seeking a delivery driver in Georgia to safely load, deliver, and unload cylinders containing compressed gases and hard goods. You will perform DOT inspections, track deliveries with handheld devices, and maintain accurate documentation.

The role requires a CDL with Hazmat endorsement, a clean MVR, and the ability to lift heavy loads. Overtime flexibility and strong customer relations skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• One year of driving experience is required.
• CDL A or B with Hazmat Endorsement is required.
• Clean MVR driving record is required.
• Must be able to lift 65 lbs.
• DOT physical qualification standards must be met.
• Ability to read and comprehend MSDS.
• Extended standing/walking on concrete; handling heavy cylinders up to 600 lbs.
• Overtime flexibility is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, deliver and unload cylinders containing compressed gases and hard goods orders; return empty cylinders to branch or plant for refilling.
• Perform all required pre- and post-trip inspections per DOT regulations.
• Complete all FDA/DOT required documentation.
• Track delivery and pick-up of cylinders at customer sites using handheld device and complete all the required information/steps during the delivery and pick-up processes.
• Keep truck clean and in line with DOT standards.
• Communicate with supervisor on truck maintenance, customer-related issues, and delivery efficiencies.
• Establish and maintain good customer relations by communicating in person with customers.
• Identify and monitor customers’ needs and work with them to maintain proper hard goods and cylinder levels to minimize or eliminate emergency deliveries.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
• Ensure all safety rules are strictly observed.

Skills

Safe lifting

Customer service

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year driving experience

Tools

CDL A or B with Hazmat Endorsement

Forklift operation

MSDS reading

Job description

• Safely load, deliver and unload cylinders containing compressed gases and hard goods orders; return empty cylinders to branch or plant for refilling.
• Perform all required pre- and post-trip inspections per DOT regulations.
• Complete all FDA/DOT required documentation.
• Track delivery and pick-up of cylinders at customer sites using handheld device and complete all the required information/steps during the delivery and pick-up processes.
• Keep truck clean and in line with DOT standards.
• Communicate with supervisor on truck maintenance, customer-related issues, and delivery efficiencies.
• Establish and maintain good customer relations by communicating in person with customers.
• Identify and monitor customers’ needs and work with them to maintain proper hard goods and cylinder levels to minimize or eliminate emergency deliveries.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
• Ensure all safety rules are strictly observed.

Specific Job Responsibilities

• Safely load, deliver and unload cylinders containing compressed gases and hard goods orders; return empty cylinders to branch or plant for refilling.
• Perform all required pre- and post-trip inspections per DOT regulations.
• Complete all FDA/DOT required documentation.
• Track delivery and pick-up of cylinders at customer sites using handheld device and complete all the required information/steps during the delivery and pick-up processes.
• Keep truck clean and in line with DOT standards.
• Communicate with supervisor on truck maintenance, customer-related issues, and delivery efficiencies.
• Establish and maintain good customer relations by communicating in person with customers.
• Identify and monitor customers’ needs and work with them to maintain proper hard goods and cylinder levels to minimize or eliminate emergency deliveries.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
• Ensure all safety rules are strictly observed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• One (1) year driving experience.
• CDL A or B with Hazmat Endorsement.
• Clean MVR driving record.
• Employee must be able to lift 65 lbs.
• Employee must meet all physical qualification standards imposed by the DOT.
• Ability to read and comprehend Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk on concrete for an extended period of time; bend; use hands and arms; and handle cylinders regularly weighing 150 pounds up to a maximum of 600 pounds.
• Flexibility to work overtime as required.

Classification

• Hourly, Non-Exempt Employee
• Full-time