Counter Sales Representative

Airgas•Lodi, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Airgas is hiring a Counter Sales Representative for its retail shop in Lodi, California. The representative partners with customers to provide industrial, medical, and specialty gases, welding equipment, and other essential supplies. The role advises customers on tools, hardware, and materials for their projects, demonstrates equipment, and shares product information to help customers make informed choices. It also supports branch sales and operations through customer service, transaction processing, inventory handling, and coordination with customers and colleagues. The position requires adherence to company policies and safety practices, including the use of personal protective equipment. The stated hiring range is $24–$27, with potential to earn up to a $250 monthly bonus. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with no weekend work; occasional overtime may be needed. Airgas provides PPE and offers eligible employees benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance, paid leave, retirement-plan matching, and tuition assistance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience in product, warehouse, or sales environments; an equivalent combination of education and life experience is also valued.
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting.
Attention to detail when handling transactions.
Availability for occasional overtime when additional team support is needed.
Ability to operate in a drug-free workplace.

Nice To Haves

Experience in industrial retail, inside sales, or inventory control.
Background in gas, welding, or safety supplies.
Familiarity with SAP, Google, or Microsoft Office applications.
Detailed understanding of SAP and PROS functionalities.
Ability to communicate clearly and warmly with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Follow company policies and safety requirements, including using personal protective equipment.
Provide excellent service to internal and external customers and foster long-term relationships.
Complete required paperwork accurately, including coding, costing, and pricing.
Help customers identify suitable tools and procedures for their tasks, and demonstrate equipment use.
Enter orders and process transactions; assist the team with reconciling deposits.
Communicate with customers and team members by phone, email, and in person about costs and delivery.
Contribute to an outgoing-call strategy that supports branch growth.
Coordinate merchandise transfers between locations to meet customer needs.
Maintain a supportive and positive atmosphere when communicating with customers, vendors, and colleagues.
Stock shelves and maintain welcoming showroom displays.
Coordinate cylinder movement and pallet organization.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit.
14-week paid childbirth benefit and parental leave.
401(k) retirement plan with company matching funds.
Tuition assistance or reimbursement and discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents.
Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and floating holidays.
Jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave.
Airgas-provided personal protective equipment.