Warehouse Associate/Relief Driver (CDL A w/Hazmat)
Airgas · Albuquerque, NM · 3 wk ago
Management$27/hrFull-time
About the role
As a Warehouse Associate/Relief Driver (CDL A w/Hazmat) you will manage essential cylinder inventory, operate specialized equipment, and safely deliver compressed gas cylinders to local and regional business partners. You will work in a supportive, inclusive environment, champion safety, and build customer relationships while maintaining warehouse organization and compliance with hazardous material standards.
Responsibilities
- Safely load, deliver, and unload gas cylinders and other products onto route trucks and at customer locations.
- Manage high‑pressure, medical, and liquid cylinders, including preparing cryogenic vessels for filling.
- Operate a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment.
- Monitor cylinder quantities and styles; assist with inventory management; physically receive, check, and store delivered materials.
- Adhere to all government and company standards for safe handling of hazardous materials and cylinder gases.
- Conduct thorough pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections, documenting deficiencies to ensure safety equipment is in good working order.
- Maintain positive customer relationships and resolve service inquiries or complaints effectively.
- Ensure the warehouse remains neat, clean, and orderly.
Requirements
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
- Valid Medical Examiner's Card.
- Hazmat & Airbrake Certifications required.
- At least one (1) year of prior Class B professional driving experience within the last five (5) years and a clean driving record (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 a diploma from an accredited driving school within the past 12 months.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Ability to read and comprehend material safety data sheets.
- Ability to routinely lift 25–75 lbs., and occasionally lift 76 to greater than 125 lbs. with the aid of material handling equipment.
- Ability to drive hazardous cargo for up to 8 hours; frequent bending required.
- Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
- Must be able to obtain a forklift operator certification.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Short‑term and long‑term disability.
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Pre‑tax commuter transportation benefit.
- Parental leave (14‑week paid child birth benefit).
- Vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, paid holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching funds.
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement.
- Discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents.
- Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Pay
$27 per hour, with potential for two quarterly bonuses.
Schedule
Monday – Friday, day shift.