Plant Operator/Backup CDL Driver (Class A)

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At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

• Forklift Training and Certification provided

• HazMat 60 day Grace Period Allowance

• Monday-Friday, start time 7am - Home Daily

• Benefits Eligibility: 30 days

Recruiter: Cady Rowland-Szabad | cady.rowland@airliquide.com

The Plant Operator/Back-up Driver is responsible for filling industrial, medical and specialty gas products into liquid gas cylinders in compliance with federal, state, local regulations, and meeting the standard operating procedures of Airgas. Responsible for meeting all safety standards in the loading and unloading of cylinder gases per Airgas procedures. Responsible for performing backup duties as a Driver and Administrative when necessary.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operates safely maintain equipment for pumping or repackaging gases into cylinders.

• Performs minor maintenance of equipment and inspection of cylinders prior to filling.

• Use standard pre-fill and post-fill inspections, tests, and operating procedures before cylinders are released.

• Regularly inspect and maintain pumping apparatus and associated pressure gauges and monitoring devices used in daily activities.

• Fill cylinders or containers to proper capacity and accurately maintain cylinder filling records and ensure that all required procedures are followed in order to comply with local, state and federal regulations.

• Complete daily fill sheets and cylinder filling records accurately and timely.

• Complete and attach warning and other identification tags, labels and decals to cylinders.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Drives up to a 20-ton truck loaded with compressed gas cylinders, liquid cylinders and hard-goods to deliver to customers on a scheduled route.

• Maintains load manifests and all other vehicle documents, ensuring they are properly completed and balanced with truck counts and shipping documents before and after deliveries.

• Loads/unloads truck and sets up cylinders for customer use.

• Picks up empty cylinders from customer sites and returns empty cylinders to the plant for refilling.

• Unloads empty cylinders at the branch/plant and stages in the appropriate area for refilling.

• Records deliveries and pick-ups on a load manifest and obtains signatures from customers for receipt purposes.

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Class A CDL

• Must have 12 months' experience with Straight Truck or Bulk Straight Truck, or Driving School Certificate.

• Must have HAZMAT endorsement or be able to obtain the endorsement within 60 days of being hired.

• Successful completion of Airgas Background and Motor Vehicle Check.

• DOT Clearinghouse verification from previous employers is required.

• 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

• Industry and related product knowledge, as well as experience with properly handling compressed gases, preferred.

• Customer service or sales experience, preferred

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Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

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

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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.

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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.

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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 us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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