Counter Sales Representative

Airgas, a subsidiary of Air Liquide, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical, and specialty gases, along with hardgoods and related products. It is recognized as one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products as well as a top supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. The company operates through a passionate and diverse workforce of 18,000 employees who cultivate a culture grounded in safety, customer success, sustainability, and innovation. Headquartered within the larger Air Liquide network, which spans 60 countries and employs approximately 66,500 people, Airgas serves more than 4 million customers and patients worldwide. The organization emphasizes a collaborative work environment where employees are empowered to share ideas, take initiative, and make independent decisions, fostering both individual and collective growth.

Airgas is currently hiring a Counter Sales Representative for its Anaheim, California retail location. This role offers a competitive wage range of $19-$24 per hour, with additional bonus opportunities, and a Monday through Friday schedule with no weekend work required. Airgas provides personal protective equipment (PPE) and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the entire well-being of its employees and their families. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, and disability insurance, along with paid parental leave, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time. Employees begin receiving benefits after just 30 days of employment.

The Counter Sales Representative at Airgas plays a pivotal role in combining energetic customer interaction with essential operational support in a dynamic industrial environment. This position involves partnering directly with customers to supply industrial, medical, and specialty gases, welding equipment, and other critical supplies. The associate acts as a trusted advisor, guiding customers on selecting the proper tools, hardware, and materials necessary to complete their projects efficiently and successfully. Furthermore, the representative demonstrates equipment use and shares product quality insights, enabling customers to pioneer innovative solutions within their workspaces.

Additional responsibilities encompass adherence to safety policies, execution of accurate transaction paperwork, management of order entry and deposit reconciliation, and coordination of merchandise transfers between locations. The role includes fostering a positive, supportive work atmosphere by maintaining strong communication and relationships with customers, vendors, and colleagues. Representatives are also tasked with maintaining showroom displays and organizing inventory to enhance the overall customer experience. Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting are paramount, alongside the capability to operate within a drug-free workplace environment.

Airgas is dedicated to diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and backgrounds of its employees and customers. The company encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics. Employees benefit from a safe, supportive workplace that values growth, innovation, and the individual talents of its team members, making Airgas not just a place to work but a place to build a meaningful career and a supportive professional community.