CDL A Bulk Driver

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GENERAL SUMMARY: Maintain safe driving at all times and high attentiveness in regards to bulk material and hazmat substances. Deliver products on time with efficiency and dependability utilizing strategic driving skills and map/ address orientation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety Compliance:

• Promote and comply with Airgas Safety Policies and Operating Procedures, as well as aiming for zero vehicle accidents and/or injuries, attending all safety training classes, attending monthly safety meetings and Comply with all DOT regulations including the use of required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).

• Report all accidents, possible injuries, safety issues, driving citations and customer complaints to include service interruptions immediately to their supervisor.

Regulatory Compliance

• Comply with all Facility and corporate policies and procedures. Maintain awareness of all Federal, State, Local, and FDA regulations and stay in compliance with these regulations at all times. Report suspected Regulatory violations or offenses to the appropriate manager.

• Complete and submit reports as required by the DOT and/or company policy. Ensure all customer delivery tickets are accurate, signed, and provided to the customer.

Vehicle Operation and Maintenance

• Drive Commercial Motor Vehicle (tractor-trailer) combination, usually long distances, to transport and off-load compressed and liquefied industrial gases to customers or storage sites in a safe, timely, accurate, and courteous manner.

• Perform pre & post trip inspections to identify any maintenance action that may be required and act appropriately if action is needed.

• Operate all equipment per company and/or manufacturer guidelines to maximize equipment life cycle and minimize maintenance costs. Exercise care and ensure accuracy when using all safety accessories to include Remote Control Devices, On Board Computers and Audio/Visual Recording Devices, if so equipped

Professionalism and Customer Service

• Maintain professional appearance, good personal hygiene, and wear a full uniform. Exhibit courteousness to customers at all times, while acting in your role as a product release specialist. Report to work as scheduled

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Education:

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• HS Diploma or GED, preferred

• Must possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license with tanker and hazmat endorsement for state of domicile

Required Length & Type of Experience:

• Three (3) or more year's prior experience as driver of tractor - trailer vehicles

• Preferred, Three (3) years of Haz-Mat or Tanker experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Product knowledge of cryogenic, compressed and specialty gases, preferred

• Successful completion and passing of DOT written regulations and road tests

• Computer skills or ability to improve competence

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Associates may be required to remain stationary for extended periods of time.

• Associates may occasionally be required to traverse through office and/or manufacturing locations.

• Associates will frequently be required to actively listen and exchange information.

• Associates will be required to observe and assess information received via computer.

• Requires use of computer, telephone and operation of a motor vehicle.

• Must pass DOT physical to include drug screen

• Ability to lift and exert up to 60 pounds of force for connecting hoses or turning valves

• Reasonable manual dexterity for pushing, turning, and/or pulling of controls and valves

• Ability to pull one's own body weight up into the cab of a tractor

• Work in various inside and outside environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, and job hazards

• Walk, lift, push, pull, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel and crouch frequently

• Operate motor vehicles/trucks, machines, hand tools and all other job specific equipment and tools

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Moderate overnight travel with the ability to perform layovers, as needed.

• Must have reliable, appropriate transportation.

• Job requires working at and traveling to various Airgas and customer sites, which have varying climates, weather conditions and layouts.

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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.

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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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