Local Delivery Driver (CDL A)

About the Role

Airgas is hiring for a Local Delivery Driver in Muskegon, MI. As an Ambassador for Airgas, the Service & Delivery Professional takes pride in the safe and reliable delivery of compressed gas cylinders to local and regional business partners. Operating from an Airgas branch or plant location using a company-provided straight or box truck, you will manage the flow of cylinders while building lasting relationships with the customers you visit. As a Service & Delivery Professional at Airgas, you will be part of a supportive professional team that encourages your personal growth and internal mobility, while ensuring you have the work/life balance you need to thrive.

Schedule & Pay

• Starting pay rate: $28/hr
• Monday – Friday, Day Shift
• Quarterly Bonus Potential

Responsibilities

• Safely load, deliver, and unload cylinders containing compressed gases to both external and internal customer locations
• Accurately record deliveries and pick-ups on a load manifest, obtaining customer signatures for receipt
• Collect empty, rejected, or unsold cylinders and return them to a plant or branch for refilling
• Adhere to all Airgas safety standards (SAFECOR) and government regulations, including those from DOT, EPA, FMCSA, FDA, and OSHA
• Provide assistance in the warehouse or on the dock as needed

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Valid Medical Examiner's Card
• Hazmat Endorsement (or willing to obtain)
• Must have one (1) year of prior Class A professional driving experience within the last five (5) years and a clean driving record to include no more than two (2) convictions, OR two (2) at-fault accidents in the last three years; OR no more than a combination of one (1) conviction and one (1) at-fault accident in the last three years. In lieu of experience, may consider accepting a diploma from an accredited driving school and a minimum of one (1) year of prior driving experience within the last five (5) years.
• Must be at least 21 years or older
• Ability to read and comprehend material safety data sheets
• Ability to routinely lift 25 – 75 lbs., and occasionally lift 76 to greater than 125 pounds with the aid of material handling equipment
• Must be able to drive hazardous cargo for up to 8 hours; frequent bending is also required
• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines
• Must be able to obtain a forklift operator certification

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance – benefits start after just 30 days of employment
• 14-week paid child birth benefit for 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
• Floating holidays, jury duty, and funeral/bereavement leave
• Discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents
• Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children