Counter Sales Associate/Backup Delivery Driver (CDL B)
Airgas · Joliet, IL · 1 mo ago
Management$28–$29/hrFull-time
About the role
This is a unique hybrid position that blends warehouse duties, in-store customer sales with local driving and delivery. If you enjoy building customer relationships, have a knack for sales, and hold a CDL, this is the perfect position for you!
Responsibilities
- Sales & Business Development: Selling industrial, medical, and specialty gases, welding supplies, and related equipment. This includes soliciting sales from both new and existing customers.
- Customer Support: Assisting customers via email, telephone, and in-person walk-ins. Providing guidance on equipment usage and material requirements.
- Operations & Logistics: Managing the loading and unloading of cylinders, operating forklifts, and serving as a backup driver when necessary.
- Inventory Management: Monitoring and maintaining proper hardgoods and cylinder levels to prevent supply emergencies.
- Administrative & Financial: Managing accounts receivable, including discussing past-due accounts and collecting payments. Ensuring all paperwork is accurately completed, including coding, costing, and pricing.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must have a valid Class B or better CDL
- Must have HAZMAT endorsement
- Must have at least 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the last 5 years
- 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 qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Forklift Experience
- Customer Service experience
- Touch freight delivery experience
Schedule
Monday - Friday, AM start time
Pay
Hourly pay range of $28 - $29, plus Driver Bonus (Quarterly Payout) and Gain Share (Quarterly Payout)
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- Up to 14-weeks paid child birth benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
- Tuition Assistance
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time
- Benefits start after just 30 days of employment
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit
- Parental leave, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents
- Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children
Recruiter: Jan Farmer / jan.farmer@airgas.com / CALL/TEXT 980-257-3217