Local Delivery Driver; CDL A

Local Delivery Driver (CDL

A) – Cheshire, CT (Plant) – Filling Industrial.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

At Airgas, we RESPECT
, HONOR
, and VALUE diversity.

Airgas is hiring for a Local Delivery Driver (CDL

A) in Cheshire, CT. We are looking for you!

$27 - $31 per hour, Monday - Friday, day shift.

• Safety Driver Bonus (Paid Quarterly)
• Gainshare Bonus (Paid Quarterly)
• Comprehensive Family Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Support for Parents:
  Up to 14 weeks paid childbirth benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time
• Early Access:
  Benefits start after 30 days of employment

• Transportation and Delivery:
  Safely load, deliver, and unload cylinders containing compressed gases and liquids between Airgas branches and plant locations.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate load manifests and vehicle documents, ensuring they are properly completed and balanced with truck counts and shipping documents. Record all deliveries and pickups, and return empty cylinders for refilling.
• Customer and Associate Relations:
  Professionally interact with associates and customers to resolve service inquiries and issues.
• Safety and Inspections:
  Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, as well as cylinder inspections per operating procedures. Ensure all safety rules are strictly observed and promptly report any accidents or injuries to management.
• Communication:
  Provide timely updates to the manager regarding any operational changes or issues.
• Equipment and Warehouse Operations:
  Operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment. Work in the warehouse or on the dock as required.

• Must have a valid Class A Driver’s License.
• Valid Medical Examiner’s Card.
• Must have the Hazmat Endorsement.
• 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.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift Experience.
• Prior experience in the gas, welding and safety supply industry preferred.

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, an Air Liquide Company 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 to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment.

Recruiter:
Jan Farmer –  – CALL/TEXT 980‑257‑3217