Cylinder Exchange Technician

A-Gas Americas•Annapolis, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A-Gas is a global provider of life-cycle management for specialty chemicals and gases, with a focus on environmental solutions. 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 business development and gas acquisition through customer interactions, cylinder exchanges, and consolidation work. The technician picks up and delivers refrigerant gas cylinders at customer locations using a box truck, prepares and labels cylinders, loads and unloads shipments, and consolidates refrigerants into half-ton cylinders. The role also involves identifying additional gas for reclamation or destruction, maintaining accurate reports, caring for an assigned vehicle, and working safely. This is a full-time position that typically works 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Starting pay 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.
Ability 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 75 or more pounds.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Safety-focused 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 in an assigned territory by picking up and dropping off refrigerant gas cylinders at customer locations using a box truck.
Provide 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 for reclamation or destruction.
Maintain accurate reports and submit daily work orders and weekly expense reports on time.
Keep the assigned vehicle in good condition and maintain it according to the vehicle manual.
Work safely and report safety concerns.
Perform other job duties as identified.