Job Description

Job Description

Delivery Driver Trainee Delivery Driver Trainee31920



Start your career with the industry leader!

Airgas is the nation's largest distributor of packaged atmospheric gases for use in medical, industrial and specialty applications and is part of Air Liquide, the world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health.

Things you should know about working at Airgas:

We're committed to providing one of the safest work environments, which means training, daily safety tips, and making safety our number one priority.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Driver trainee will need to have a clean driving record and experience driving delivery vehicles even if they didn't require a CDL. They must be able to attend and pass the driver training classes that Airgas makes available and they must sign a reimbursement agreement for the costs of the training.

The Airgas Driver drives up to a 20-ton truck loaded with compressed gas cylinders, liquid cylinders and hard goods to deliver to customers on scheduled route.

The driver will pick up empty cylinders from customer sites.

The driver records deliveries and pick-ups on a load manifest and obtains signatures from customers for receipt purposes.

The driver listens to and resolves service inquires and complaints.

The driver will load/unload the truck.

The driver will perform pre and post trip vehicle inspections, documenting deficiencies and ensures all safety items are in good working order.

The driver will maintain a neat, clean and professional personal appearance.

The driver will maintain the vehicle appearance in a professional manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Upload, deliver and download safely to customers hard good orders as well as cylinders containing compressed gases; return empty cylinders to plant for refilling.

Communicate in person with customers, providing information on cost, ordering and delivery times, etc.

Maintain load manifests and all other vehicle documents, ensuring they are properly completed and balanced with truck counts and shipping documents before and after deliveries.

Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.

Ensure all safety rules are strictly observed.

Maintain appropriate drivers' license.

MARGINAL DUTIES

Establish and maintain good customer relations by working with customers to maintain proper cylinder levels.

Perform counter sales and assist customers, when necessary.

Assist with inspection and filling of cylinders.

Cover vacations and fill in for warehouse when necessary.

Assist with housekeeping, inventory, showroom displays, demonstrations, and other duties as required.

Other Duties as Required

This job description should not be cons d to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of this position.

Incumbents are expected to follow any other reasonable instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.

Performance of this job in a safe manner and in keeping with established Airgas policies is a condition of employment.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE DESIRED

Some basic knowledge or experience in welding.

Some experience in handling compressed gases.

Customer service or sales experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to attend and successfully complete CDL training classes.

Obtain learners permit for CDL training.

Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Current Medical Examiner's Card.

At least one year of experience driving commercial vehicle (with or without CDL licensing)

Ability to read and comprehend material safety data sheets.

Ability to routinely lift 25 - 50 lbs., and occasionally lift 51 - 80 lbs

Must be able to drive hazardous cargo for up to 8 hours; frequent bending also required.

Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.

Must be able to work occasional overtime if necessary.

Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.

Must have basic computer experience.

Must be able to work outdoors in temperatures ranging from -15 to 100 degrees.

Must meet all physical qualification standards imposed by regulation for drivers.

Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.

OperationsOperationsRegularRegularUnited States-Utah-Salt Lake City-84119United States-Utah-Salt Lake City-84119Full-timeFull-timeMar 11, 2021, 4:42:01 PMMar 11, 2021, 4:42:01 PM 511707511707 511707