Local Delivery Driver (CDL A or B)

Praxair • Houston, TX

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. is seeking a safety-focused Truck Driver to join their dynamic team in Houston, TX. This role is crucial for the safe and efficient delivery of compressed gas cylinders, hard goods, and associated products to customer locations via computer-generated local routes. The position is physically active, requiring drivers to be responsible for loading and unloading at client sites. Linde drivers are expected to engage with customers, respond to their needs, and provide excellent customer service. 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., offering a comprehensive selection of industrial gases like oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and carbon dioxide. LG&E operates an extensive network of production plants, retail stores, distribution centers, and customer service locations, committed to making the world more productive by providing high-quality solutions, technologies, and services that help customers succeed and contribute to sustaining, decarbonizing, and protecting our planet.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Current Hazmat Endorsement on CDL strongly preferred or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees