Local Delivery Driver (CDL A or B)

Local Delivery Driver (CDL A or B)


Company
Linde Inc.
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Via
Linde Driver Careers

Job Description
Linde Gas & Equipment Inc.
Local Delivery Driver (CDL A or B)
Location: Houston, TX

Join a dynamic team as a safety-focused Truck Driver at Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. and help make the world more productive every day!

Linde drivers are responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of compressed gas cylinders, hard goods, and associated products, following a computer-generated local route to customer locations. This position is physically active and will be responsible for loading/unloading at client sites. Linde drivers engage with customers by responding to their needs and providing excellent customer service.

What we offer you!
β€’ Competitive compensation
β€’ Local routes & no required overnights!
β€’ Career growth opportunities
β€’ Comprehensive benefit plan (medical, dental, vision and more)
β€’ 401(k) retirement savings plan
β€’ Paid time off (vacation, holidays, PTO)
β€’ Employee discount programs
β€’ Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level

Pay Range: $28.50 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experience.

What you will be doing:
β€’ Deliver products to customers by making an average of 10-12 stops per day, while touching freight, completing paperwork, and providing excellent customer service
β€’ Accurately count and record the quantities and styles of products delivered and picked up
β€’ Complete hazardous material shipping orders papers in accordance with DOT regulations
β€’ Conduct and report pre-trip and post-trip inspections
β€’ Identify need for timely vehicle repairs and/or maintenance
β€’ Build both relationships and partnerships with internal and external customers to meet goals and objectives of the business and customer needs
β€’ Continuously building your knowledge on how Linde’s business operates and succeeds to help organization to continue growing
β€’ Other duties as assigned

What makes you great:
β€’ 2 years of consecutive driving experience or have recently received a certification from an accredited Truck Driving School
β€’ Valid class A or B CDL is required
β€’ Current Hazmat Endorsement on CDL strongly preferred or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
β€’ No preventable accidents, license suspensions or other moving violations in the past 2 years
β€’ No alcohol related convictions within the last 10 years
β€’ Pass a DOT physical and obtain a medical certificate
β€’ Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift a minimum of 75 pounds
β€’ Read and write in English
β€’ High School or G.E.D. is required
β€’ 21 years or older
β€’ Effective organizational, listening, and communication skills
β€’ Upholds high standards of honesty and integrity
β€’ Demonstrates personal ownership for safety and actively contributes to a strong safety culture
β€’ Contributes to a positive work environment where differences are valued and supported
β€’ Strives for personal achievement and helps others attain results
β€’ Ensures accountability through collaboration and interpersonal skills

Why you will enjoy working with us:

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2025 sales of $34 billion. Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. (LG&E) is part of the largest Welding, Industrial, Medical, and Specialty Gases companies in the U.S. We carry a comprehensive selection of industrial gases, such as oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and carbon dioxide, etc. LG&E has an extensive network of production plants, retail stores, distribution centers, and customer service locations. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonize and protect our planet.

For more information about the company, please visit our website.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

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