Cylinder Exchange Technician

A-Gas Americas•Annapolis, MD

About The Position

A-Gas is a global provider of specialty chemicals and gases and full life-cycle management services, focused on reducing global warming gases and preventing their release into the atmosphere. A-Gas Rapid Recovery provides refrigerant recovery services to the HVAC, refrigeration, demolition, and marine industries. The Cylinder Exchange Technician manages the Rapid Exchange program within a specific territory, supporting customer interactions, cylinder exchange, consolidation, and business development through gas acquisition for reclamation or destruction. The position involves picking up and delivering refrigerant cylinders at customer locations using a box truck, preparing and labeling cylinders, operating material-handling equipment, consolidating refrigerants, and sourcing additional gas. The technician is also responsible for customer service, accurate reporting, vehicle care, and safe work practices. This is a full-time position, typically working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. The starting wage is $29 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 21 years old.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Valid CDL Class A or B license with air brakes; must be able to obtain a hazmat endorsement within 30 days of employment if not already held.
Ability to obtain an EPA 608 license within 14 days of employment.
Strong reading, writing, and math skills.
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and spend extended periods driving.
Ability to lift more than 75 pounds.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Safety-oriented attitude.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the HVAC industry.
Familiarity with refrigerant handling and HVAC gas recovery.

Responsibilities

Operate the A-Gas cylinder exchange program by picking up and dropping off refrigerant gas cylinders at customer locations using a box truck.
Provide excellent customer service by understanding the competitive landscape, company service offerings, and customer needs to build loyalty and increase business opportunities.
Prepare and properly label cylinders.
Operate an electric pallet jack and lift gate to load and unload shipments.
Consolidate refrigerants into half-ton cylinders.
Source additional gas to bring back to the company for reclamation or destruction.
Keep accurate reports and submit daily work orders and weekly expense reports on time.
Care for the assigned vehicle, keeping it in good condition and maintaining it according to the vehicle manual.
Work safely and report safety concerns.
Perform other job duties as identified.