Counter Sales Representative

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R Counter Sales Representative (Open)

Location:

Huntsville, AL - Retail shop

How will you contribute and grow? At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

Airgas is hiring for a Counter Sales Associate in Huntsville, AL and we are looking for you!

Recruiter:
Cherese A |  |

Mon-Fri, no weekend work. Growth opportunities.

• Counter Sales-Cylinder Handler will be responsible for loading and unloading of high-pressure and liquid cylinders on/off trucks in compliance with federal, state, local regulations. The Loader will also be responsible for meeting all safety standards in the loading and unloading of cylinder gases per Airgas procedures.
• Inspects cylinders prior to filling, following standard procedures as required by government, Airgas, and distributor standards.
• Understands hazards of various gases; reads and interprets cylinder labels and the color-coding of tanks to determine size and contents.
• Complies with all government and company standards relating to the safe handling of hazardous materials/cylinder gases.
• Operates a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
• Loads cylinders on/off vehicles, using hand truck or chain hoist, and records type and quantity of cylinders.
• Loads/unloads cylinders on/off pallets; ensures they are strapped in.
• Removes old labels, cleans cylinders.
• Solicits sales from walk-in and telephone call-in customers, assisting customers with identification of product needs and locating merchandise.

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.

• Background in gas, welding (Mig
  - Tig) and safety supply industry with retail experience.
• Prior experience operating a forklift, training available.
• SAP experience.

We care about and support our Airgas families. This includes a comprehensive benefits package that 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 eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees  dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine eligibility for benefits described here and any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

Airgas is 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. We strive to foster a diverse organization that encourages talent and innovation.

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. 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. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees. Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience:
At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, ensuring our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. You ll find a welcoming workplace where you are valued and can grow your career.

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 known disabilities to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment…