Plant Operator​/Backup Delivery Driver

Plant Operator/Backup Delivery Driver (CDL

A) – Elkhart, IN

Location: Elkhart, IN – Retail shop

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.

$29.00 per hour, Monday – Friday day shift. Safety Driver Bonus and Gainshare Bonus paid quarterly. Benefits start after 30 days of employment.

• Loading and delivery:
  Safely load, deliver, and unload gas cylinders and other products onto route trucks and at customer locations.
• Cylinder handling and preparation:
  Manage high‑pressure, medical, and liquid cylinders, including preparing cryogenic vessels for filling.
• Maintenance:
  Perform basic maintenance such as inspecting, painting, and labeling cylinders.
• Inventory and inspection:
  Monitor cylinder quantities and styles and assist with inventory management.
• Safety and compliance:
  Adhere to all government and company standards regarding the safe handling of hazardous materials and cylinder gases.
• Vehicle maintenance:
  Conduct thorough pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections, documenting any deficiencies to ensure all safety equipment is in good working order.
• Customer relations:
  Maintain positive customer relationships and resolve service inquiries or complaints effectively.
• Facility upkeep:
  Ensure the plant remains neat, clean, and orderly.

• Valid Class A Driver’s License or certificate from an accredited driving school.
• Valid Medical Examiner’s Card.
• Hazmat endorsement or ability to obtain endorsement within 90 days of hire.
• Minimum 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience within last 5 years.
• At least 21 years old.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in gas, welding, and safety supply industry.
• Forklift experience.
• Warehouse experience.
• Touch freight delivery experience.

Airgas offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance; paid parental leave up to 14 weeks; 401(k) with company match; tuition assistance; paid holidays; vacation and sick time; pre‑tax commuter benefits; employee assistance program; and a scholarship program for dependent children. Additional benefits may apply for collective bargaining unit members per agreement.

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.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact us by email at us-ac

Jan Farmer – ; CALL/TEXT 980‑257‑3217