Local Delivery Driver (CDL B)

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical, and specialty gases, along with hardgoods and related products. As a significant player in the American market, Airgas also stands as one of the largest suppliers of safety products and a key distributor of ammonia products and process chemicals. The company employs approximately 18,000 associates who drive a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability, and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to take initiative, share ideas, and make impactful decisions that advance the company’s mission and service quality.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a global leader in gases, technologies, and services for both industry and healthcare. With a presence in 60 countries and a workforce of about 66,500 employees, Air Liquide proudly serves over 4 million customers and patients worldwide. This wide-reaching network reinforces Airgas’s capability to provide reliable and innovative gas-related solutions to a diverse customer base.

The role being offered is that of a Local Delivery Driver with a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and Hazmat endorsement at the Cheshire, CT plant. This position is critical to ensuring the safe and efficient transport, loading, and unloading of compressed gas cylinders and other related materials between Airgas locations and customers. The role demands a high degree of professionalism, attention to detail, and adherence to stringent safety protocols, including hazardous material handling and rigorous vehicle safety inspections.

The local delivery driver will navigate designated delivery routes operating a Class B Hazmat vehicle. Responsibilities include collecting empty cylinders from customers, managing inventory and documentation meticulously, and providing exceptional customer service at all times. The role also involves physical tasks such as lifting weighted materials up to and over 100 pounds with equipment assistance and working outdoors under varying weather conditions.

Airgas offers a competitive pay range of $27 to $29 per hour for this position, with additional monetary incentives such as a Safety Driver Bonus and Gainshare Bonus paid quarterly. The driver position is full-time, Monday through Friday during day shifts, making it appealing for candidates seeking a stable schedule.

The company supports its employees comprehensively through a well-rounded benefits package. This includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance, offering security for employees and their families. Airgas also supports growing families with paid childbirth benefits of up to 14 weeks. Employees are encouraged to build future security via a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, tuition assistance, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick time. Benefits eligibility begins after just 30 days of employment, demonstrating Airgas’s commitment to supporting its workforce from early on.

Beyond compensation and benefits, Airgas emphasizes diversity and inclusion within its workforce. The company values the unique perspectives and backgrounds of its employees, customers, and community stakeholders worldwide. It fosters an engaging environment that encourages innovation and success through collaboration and respect. This inclusive culture positions Airgas not just as an employer, but as a partner in career growth and personal fulfillment.

Joining Airgas as a Local Delivery Driver provides a stimulating opportunity to be part of a global leader dedicated to safety, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will play a vital role in the company’s operations, delivering not only products but also dependable service that exemplifies Airgas’s core values. They will experience a workplace that values individuality, encourages professional growth, and promotes a healthy balance between work and life.