Equipment Associate - ROS
About this role
Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.
If you’d like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!
Reliable Onsite Services, a division of United Rentals, the largest equipment rental company in the world, is offering an excellent opportunity for a portable sanitation Equipment Associate ready to grow their career with the leading company in the industry.
Our goal is to make sure that all equipment leaving the yard is rent ready and meets our standards for quality. Flexible schedule - some weekend and after hours work may be required as business conditions dictate, especially during the busy season.
Excellence in this challenging and rewarding position paves the way for advancement opportunities into our Driver and Service Technician development programs.
What you'll do:
Follow all safety guidelines and procedures
Perform routine checks on portable sanitation equipment to ensure it is safe and in good working order without damage, which may include inspecting, washing, repairing, and/or storing
General facility maintenance and minor repairs
Loading and unloading of units, either manually or with forklift as required
Use of drill, rivet tool and other hand tools as needed
Ensures supplies are onsite and organized
Ensure trucks are accurately loaded for the next day with all units cleaned and repaired to standards
Set-up/maintain yard in clean, organized manner
Maintain inventory spaces, communicate accurate counts to Dispatch
Quality check on all units and equipment, verifying rent ready status prior to loading
Excellent housekeeping of shop, yard and facility
Maintain professional demeanor and appearance at all times
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalency
A valid driver's license
Diligent attention to safety
General knowledge of yard equipment and the loading/unloading of trucks
Industry experience is a plus, but not required (training is provided on products & services)
Superior customer service and positive attitude
Excellent verbal communication skills
Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs
Ability to work effectively in all weather conditions
This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.
Bleed out air compressor to assure there is no moisture and let compressor continue to run to build up air
Lubricate all air tools
Set-up working area with assigned tools: DA Sander, Angle Grinder, Decal Eraser, Air Gun, Tack Rags, Degreaser, Tape
Inspect particle respirator
Remove decals and adhesive with decal eraser
Scuff paint with DA, sand to metal in areas with rust or when body work is necessary (final sand should be no less than 180 grit sandpaper)
Carefully blow the unit to remove dust and debris and clean unit with degreaser and tack cloth
Tape/masking for paint and pick up tape/decals stuck to the floor and sweep
Inspect work area to assure that the prep bay is left the same before the paint process
Other duties assigned as needed
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent
0-2 years of experience
Occasional working at heights above 10 feet
Ability to wear a respirator and/or hearing protection as required
Ability to bend, kneel and work with arms raised for prolonged period of time
This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures
Why join us?
We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Discount Program
Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
Paid Sick Leave
An inclusive and welcoming culture
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United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.
At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.
United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.
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