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Counter Sales Associate/Backup Delivery Driver (CDL B)

Airgas · South Chicago Heights, IL · 2 mo ago
Management$28/hrFull-time

About the role

This position combines elements of counter sales and local driving, offering a unique opportunity to build customer relationships and manage logistics.

Responsibilities

  • Selling industrial, medical, and specialty gases, welding supplies, and related equipment.
  • Soliciting sales from both new and existing customers.
  • Assisting customers via email, telephone, and in-person walk-ins.
  • Providing guidance on equipment usage and material requirements.
  • Managing the loading and unloading of cylinders, operating forklifts, and serving as a backup driver when necessary.
  • Maintaining proper hardgoods and cylinder levels to prevent supply emergencies.
  • Managing accounts receivable, including discussing past-due accounts and collecting payments.
  • Affirmatively ensuring all paperwork is accurately completed, including coding, costing, and pricing.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must have a valid Class B or better CDL.
  • Must have HAZMAT endorsement or be able to obtain the endorsement within 90 days of being hired.
  • 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.

Qualifications

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

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Family Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
  • Support for Parents: Up to 14-weeks paid child birth benefits.
  • Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
  • Early Access: Benefits start after just 30 days of employment.

Recruiter

Contact Jan Farmer at jan.farmer@airgas.com or call/text 980-257-3217 for more information.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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 our 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.

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