Counter Sales/Backup CDL Driver

Location: Monroe, NC - Retail shop

About the role

We are looking for an individual who takes pride in the safe loading, delivery, and handling of high-pressure and cryogenic gas cylinders while maintaining a dedicated commitment to hazardous material safety standards and DOT vehicle inspections.

• 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. Provide 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. Ensure all paperwork is accurately completed, including coding, costing, and pricing.

Requirements

• Must have a valid Class A or B Driver’s License.
• Valid Medical Examiner’s Card.
• Must have the Hazmat Endorsement or be able to obtain the endorsement within 60 days of being hired.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have one (1) year of prior Class A professional driving experience within the last five (5) years.
• Successful completion of Airgas Background and Motor Vehicle Check.
• DOT Clearinghouse verification from previous employers is required.
• Ability to routinely lift or move around 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.
• Flexible to work overtime as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, start time 7 am - Home Daily
• Possible weekends (on call)
• Benefits Eligibility: 30 days

Benefits

Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Up to 14-weeks paid child birth benefits to support growing families
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit
• Parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave
• Discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents
• Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine eligibility for some or all benefits.

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.