Transport Driver

R Transport Driver (Open)

Location:

Bessemer, AL - Filling industrial

Airgas is hiring for a Transport Driver in Bessemer, AL. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

• Drive a 1‑ton to 45' tractor trailer to transport industrial, specialty and medical gas cylinders to and from specified destinations.
• Verify load manifest, load/unload truck, perform pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections, document deficiencies and ensure all safety items are in good working order.
• Maintain neat, clean and professional personal appearance and vehicle appearance.
• Inspect vehicle before and after use according to DOT and company maintenance checklist.
• Upload, deliver and download safely to customer hard‑goods orders as well as cylinders containing compressed gases; return empty cylinders to plant for refilling.
• Maintain load manifests and all other vehicle documents, ensuring they are properly completed and balanced with truck counts and shipping documents before and after deliveries.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
• Ensure all safety rules are strictly observed.
• Comply with all DOT and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain appropriate driver’s license.
• Assist with special applications such as tube trailers and bulk tankers.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks and/or trailers when required.
• Assist with inventory and/or filling cylinders, when necessary.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Class A CDL with Haz Mat and Tanker endorsements & Air brakes.
• One year driving experience and/or driving school training.
• Accident free / point free driving record of at least 5 years.
• Forklift certified.
• Industry and related product knowledge, as well as experience handling compressed gases, preferred.

We care about and support our Airgas Families. The benefits package includes 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; vacation; sick time; floating holidays; jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave; and paid holidays for all eligible full‑time employees.

Additionally, we offer a 401(k) plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic.

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 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.

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

Airgas is a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for such individuals.

Recruiter:
Daedra Hayes – or call 980‑461‑4622

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