Job Description

Job Description

CDL Class A Bulk Driver Trainer CDL Class A Bulk Driver Trainer31151



Airgas Merchant Gases - Ingleside, TX

Description

This position assists the Airgas Bulk Distribution Terminal Manager and Regional Safety Supervisors in the training, development and performance monitoring of Bulk Drivers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Maintain the qualifications to perform the duties associated with the position of Airgas Bulk Driver and perform those duties when required. Responsible for assisting the terminal manager with the planning, execution, and organization of driver trainer activities at the facilities assigned, to include new hire training, scheduling, and evaluation of re-certification check rides, accident/incident follow-up check rides, and driver performance check rides. Responsible for the driving and delivery skill assessment, coaching, and training of bulk drivers. Responsible for demonstrating and teaching established policies and procedures required for the safe and efficient delivery of bulk liquids, and tube trailers (where assigned). Support the terminal manager to ensure all drivers meet the 100% attendance requirement for scheduled safety meetings and required training. Support the Regional Safety Supervisor and DOT Compliance Specialist as required, for all safety initiatives related to the training of bulk drivers, and other Airgas associates. Act as a driver advocate for concerns on safe operations at the terminals assigned. This is exhibited by support and advocacy of the Unsafe Delivery Site (UDS) program. Perform Site Surveys of proposed new customer sites. Support and advocate defensive driving programs and policies such as Smith System Defensive Driving, Drivecam, Cone and GOAL, Three Points of Contact and 360 Walk Around. Maintain a CDL with Class A Hazmat Endorsement, along with an excellent driving record - as an example of a driver advocate of the company policies and procedures at work. Other duties related to distribution best practices, processes, training, and policies.

It's your career - take the wheel with Airgas!Consider a career as an Airgas driver in LaPorte, TX.

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is the leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical, and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; and one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products.

Airgas is dedicated to safely and reliably delivering to our customers through a team of nearly 6,000 drivers--and growing! Our drivers are the face to our more than one million customers everyday, and Airgas is committed to recognizing our team. Our award-winning fleet--the 17th largest in the country--is recognized year-after-year for operational safety excellence by customers and suppliers, as well as organizations including the Compressed Gas Association and trucking associations across the country.

Perks of joining the Airgas team:

Competitive compensation and bonus plans

Generous vacation days, holidays and paid time off

Medical and prescription drug insurance plans

Vision and dental insurance plans

Health savings accounts

Flexible spending accounts

Disability and life insurance

Competitive 401k benefits

Job Responsibilities:

* Promote and comply with Airgas Safety Policies and Operating Procedures

* Use required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

* Drive Commercial Motor Vehicle (tractor-trailer) combination, usually long distances, to transport and off-load compressed and liquefied industrial gases to customers or to storage sites in a safe, timely, accurate, and courteous manner

* Report all accidents, possible injuries, safety issues, driving citations and customer complaints to include service interruptions immediately to their supervisor

* Comply with all Facility and corporate policies and procedures

* Maintain awareness of all Federal, State and Local regulations and stay in compliance with these regulations at all times. Report suspected Regulatory violations or offenses to his/her appropriate manager

* Perform pre & post trip inspections to identify any maintenance action that may be required and acts appropriately if action is needed

* Operate all equipment per company and/or manufacturer guidelines to maximize equipment life cycle and minimize maintenance costs

* Complete and submit reports as required by the DOT and/or company policy

* Utilize On Board Computer per instructions and makes every effort to ensure accuracy of data

* Exercise care when using all safety accessories to include Remote Control Devices, On Board Computers and Audio/Visual Recording Devices, if so equipped

* Maintain professional appearance/good personal hygiene and wear full uniform

Accountabilities:

Safety:

* Zero vehicle accidents and/or injuries

* Attend all safety training classes

* Attend monthly safety meetings

* Comply with all safety policies and DOT regulations

Customer Satisfaction:

* Report to work as scheduled

* Exhibit courteousness to customers at all times

* Ensure all customer delivery tickets are accurate, signed, and provided to the customer

Qualifications:

* Must be at least 21 years of age

* HS Diploma or GED, preferred

* One (1) or more year's prior experience as driver of tractor - trailer vehicles

* Must possess all applicable Haz-Mat (Hazardous Materials) endorsements

* Product knowledge of cryogenic, compressed and specialty gases, preferred

* Must possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license for state of domicile

* Successful completion and passing of DOT written regulations and road tests

* Computer skills or ability to improve competence

Physical Requirements:

* Must pass DOT physical to include drug screen and complete Physical Ability Testing

* Ability to lift and exert up to 60 pounds of force for connecting hoses or turning valves

* Reasonable manual dexterity for pushing, turning, and/or pulling of controls and valves

* Work in various inside and outside environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, and job hazards

* Walk, lift, push, pull, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel and crouch frequently

* Sit for considerable periods of time

* Operate motor vehicles/trucks, machines, hand tools and all other job specific equipment and tools