CDL Class A Bulk Tanker DriverAirgas Merchant Gases Wilimington, CAAirgas, an Air Liquide company, the nation’s leading single-source supplier of gases, welding and safety products is seeking Class A Bulk Tanker Drivers Wilimington, CA.Known locally and nationwide, our distribution network serves more than one million customers of all sizes with a broad offering of top-quality products and unmatched expertise.Job Details:Avg work 40-60 per week24/7 Operation (required to work possible nights and weekends, based on customer neerds)Overtime possibilities, not guranteedLayovers will be requiredRunning mostly So Cal, and Nevada / ArizonaCryogenic experience preferredHazmat & Tankers Endorsment requiredThis is a Teamsters Union JobJob 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 uniformAccountabilities:Safety:* Zero vehicle accidents and/or injuries* Attend all safety training classes* Attend monthly safety meetings* Comply with all safety policies and DOT regulationsCustomer 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 customerQualifications:* 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 competencePhysical 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 toolsEOE AA M/F/Vet/DisabilityQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability