Plant operator - CDL Driver

Plant Operator - CDL Driver Location: Tampa, FL - Filling industrial Job Summary: The production operator will contribute to cylinder requalification, possible filling, and repair process and, with the aid of material handling equipment, assist in moving industrial gas cylinders to different areas of the plant and supporting the loading/unloading of cylinders from delivery trucks. As a representative of Airgas, the delivery driver is responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of compressed gas cylinders to local and regional business customers. Using a company‑provided tractor trailer and CDL A truck you will help bridge the gap between our plant and our valued customers. This position focuses on the loading, unloading, and delivery of cylinders while fostering positive interactions with Airgas customers. Responsibilities Conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety Work with a forklift to move materials Load and unload the truck daily with gas cylinders and supplies Nurture courteous and professional relationships with customers Ensure deliveries are made in a timely manner Safely secure and unstrap cylinders for transport Make deliveries on customer property sites using a hand cart; this is a physically active role that keeps you moving throughout the day Drivers will frequently exit their vehicle as part of their active routine Required Qualifications Valid Class A CDL with HAZMAT & Airbrake endorsements Hazmat IS REQUIRED. CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED UNLESS THEY CURRENTLY HAVE THEIR HAZMAT Maintain appropriate driver's license, medical card & endorsements No more than two (2) traffic convictions: OR two (2) at‑fault accident in the last 3 years; or no more than a combination of one (1) traffic conviction and one (1) at‑fault accident in the last 3 years No driving while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance within the last seven (7) years Must be able to work in a drug‑free environment Be able to regularly lift 75 lbs and move more than 125 lbs with the aid of material handling equipment Must have 1 year of CDL driving experience in the last 5 years or be able to provide proof of a certificate of completion from trucking school completed in the last 12 months. Preferred Qualifications Forklift experience Able and willing to drive a manual transmission truck without an automatic restriction on license Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance Paid child birth benefit: up to 14 weeks 401(k) retirement plan with company match Tuition assistance Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time Early access: benefits start after 30 days of employment 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 to the known disabilities of such individuals so as 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 selection process, please contact us by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Contact Recruiter: Gary Archibald / View email address on click.appcast.io / View phone number on click.appcast.io CALL/TEXT Pay Range: - , General Benefits: #J-18808-Ljbffr Airgas, Inc.