Redwood City,CA,USA Airport Opening | Hiring

Airgas, a subsidiary of Air Liquide, is a prominent supplier of industrial, medical, and specialty gases along with hardgoods and related products in the United States. Its operations extend nationally, supported by the dedication of around 18,000 associates who drive Airgas's mission of safety, customer success, sustainability, and innovation. As part of the larger Air Liquide group, which operates in 60 countries and employs approximately 66,500 people worldwide, Airgas benefits from a global infrastructure committed to excellence in gas technologies and services for industrial and healthcare sectors. This global presence enables the company to offer unmatched expertise and resources, ensuring high-quality products and service delivery for its diverse customer base. The Local CDL Driver role based in Redwood City, CA, offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals seeking a stable career with an excellent work-life balance. The position is ideal for those who desire to be home every night while benefiting from competitive hourly pay—$35 per hour for CDL A license holders and $33.25 per hour for CDL B license holders. The work schedule is primarily Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends, starting in the morning and concluding by late afternoon, making it suitable for individuals who prioritize spending time with family and friends. As the face of Airgas, the CDL Driver plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, timely, and efficient delivery of compressed gas cylinders to Airgas's local and regional business customers. The driver operates company-provided tractor trailers, straight trucks, or box trucks, performing essential functions such as loading, unloading, strapping, and delivering these gas cylinders. The job requires physical labor including lifting weights up to 75 pounds and moving items over 125 pounds using material handling equipment. Drivers also handle the critical task of performing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety compliance. Beyond the driving responsibilities, the position involves regular customer interactions, demanding professionalism and courteous conduct at all times. Delivery duties often require exiting the vehicle to handle deliveries manually with a hand cart at customer property sites, reflecting the physical and customer-service-focused nature of the role. This position offers a rare blend of hands-on work with meaningful customer engagement, supporting Airgas’s reputation for reliability and excellence. This role demands adherence to key safety and legal standards, including the possession of a valid Class A CDL with HAZMAT and Airbrake endorsements or a Class B CDL, maintaining a clean driving record, and working in a drug-free environment. One year of recent CDL driving experience or completion of a trucking school certificate within the past five years is required. The driver must uphold Airgas’s commitment to safety and compliance by following vehicle inspection protocols and company policies ensuring community and employee safety. Airgas provides an attractive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation and holidays, sick time, floating holidays, and a progressive parental leave policy. The company also supports its associates through a 401k plan with company matching, tuition reimbursement programs, discounted college tuition for employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program. These benefits highlight Airgas's commitment to the well-being and growth of its workforce. Working at Airgas means joining a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee’s unique background and perspectives enhance overall team performance and innovation. The company values equal opportunity and strives to create a welcoming environment free from discrimination on any protected basis. Airgas's culture encourages employees to share ideas, take initiative, and grow within the company, offering a fulfilling career path in a supportive setting. In summary, Airgas offers a dynamic Local CDL Driver role that combines steady work hours, competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and an inclusive culture dedicated to safety and customer success. It's an excellent opportunity for qualified professional drivers who want to be part of a respected industry leader and make a tangible impact every day while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.

• Possess a valid Class A or Class B CDL license
• maintain appropriate driver’s license, medical card and endorsements
• no more than two traffic convictions or two at-fault accidents in the last 3 years
• no DUI or controlled substance violations in the last 7 years
• ability to work in a drug-free environment
• able to regularly lift 75lbs and move more than 125lbs with material handling equipment
• have 1 year of CDL driving experience in the last 5 years or trucking school certificate