Local Delivery Driver (CDL B)

Location: Waterford, CT (Regional Office) – Customer installations

About the role

This role is responsible for the safe transportation, loading, and unloading of compressed gas cylinders between locations while maintaining meticulous documentation and vehicle safety inspections. You will professionally manage associate and customer relations, operate warehouse equipment like forklifts, and strictly adhere to all hazardous material safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Class B Hazmat vehicle to deliver compressed and liquid gas cylinders, as well as hard goods, along designated routes.
• Collect empty cylinders from customers and address inquiries to ensure complete satisfaction.
• Record all transactions accurately and obtain necessary customer signatures.
• Handle the loading and unloading of all materials.
• Conduct thorough pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, noting any issues to ensure full safety compliance and maintaining the vehicle's condition.
• Maintain a professional appearance and serve as a representative of the company during all deliveries.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid Class B or better CDL with HAZMAT endorsement.
• Successful completion of Airgas Background and Motor Vehicle Check.
• DOT Clearinghouse verification from previous employers is required.
• Must have at least 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the last 5 years.
• 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.
• Touch freight delivery experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive family benefits 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 and discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents.
• Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Gain Share Bonus (Paid Quarterly).
• Driver Safety Bonus (Paid Quarterly).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit.
• Parental leave, floating holidays, jury duty, and funeral/bereavement leave.

Pay

Hourly pay rate of $30.00.

Schedule

Monday - Friday / First shift.