Local Delivery Driver (CDL B)

Local Delivery Driver (CDL B) (Open) Location: South Plainfield, NJ (Plant) - Filling industrial Class B driver with Hazmat This role is responsible for the safe transportation, loading, and unloading of compressed gas cylinders between locations while maintaining meticulous documentation and vehicle safety inspections. You will professionally manage associate and customer relations, operate warehouse equipment like forklifts, and strictly adhere to all hazardous material safety protocols. Key Responsibilities Operate a Class B Hazmat vehicle to deliver compressed and liquid gas cylinders, as well as hard goods, along designated routes. Collect empty cylinders from customers and address inquiries to ensure complete satisfaction. Record all transactions accurately and obtain necessary customer signatures. Handle the loading and unloading of all materials. Conduct thorough pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, noting any issues to ensure full safety compliance and maintaining the vehicle's condition. Maintain a professional appearance and serve as a representative of the company during all deliveries. Required Qualifications Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a valid Class B or better CDL. Must have HAZMAT endorsement. Must have tanker endorsement. Successful completion of Airgas Background and Motor Vehicle Check. DOT Clearinghouse verification from previous employers is required. Must have at least 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the last 5 years. Ability to routinely lift 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. Preferred Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. Forklift experience. Touch freight delivery experience. Benefits Airgas offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, employee assistance program, 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. Eligible employees may also participate in 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. Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement for eligibility. Equal Employment Opportunity 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr