Job Description

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.

The Equipment Associate (Matting Solutions) will be responsible for all labor tasks associated with our service capabilities. Formerly YAK ACCESS, Matting Solutions is now part of the United Rentals Team and is one of North America’s leading providers of right-of-way access solutions. From pipelines to power lines to civil projects, we offer unmatched expertise in total access planning, clearing, site work and restoration services.

What you’ll do:

• Install erosion and sediment control devices

• Drive wood stakes into the ground with sledgehammers

• Apply grass seed, fertilizer and lime to work areas; apply straw blanket and straw to restored ground areas

• Clean track equipment, sweep and shovel mud and debris off of construction roads and right-of-way accesses

• Install T-post and safety fencing

• Install geo-textile fabric below aggregate installations

• Load and unload construction material and tools

• Spot heavy equipment while in operation

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent, ability to read and write fluently (English)

• Valid driver’s license

• 1+ year(s) of experience in construction and knowledge of safety hazards of construction projects

• Excellent physical stamina: strength, balance, mobility, dexterity and lifting heavy equipment

• Frequent use of hand tools: power tools, chop saws, grinders and others

• Skill in reading and interpreting Access and Construction Plans (preferred)

• Travel out of town during the week or weekends, extensive overtime

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures

Paint Prepper

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!

As a Paint Prepper, you will be responsible for the preparation of paints and materials to be utilized by employees in the Painter and/or Sr Painter role.

What you’ll do:

• Lead/Sr Painter assigns units to Preppers (Prepper jots the unit # and serial # in a notepad)

• 1:1 with Sr. Painter regarding responsibilities and ensure they are properly equipped

• 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

Equipment Associate - Mobile Storage

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!

Perform cleaning, painting, preparation, and general non-technical tasks to keep mobile storage

containers, ground-level offices, and/or mobile/modular offices rental-ready while maintaining yard organization and flow. This role may include such other responsibilities and duties as assigned from time to time, based upon company needs.

What you’ll do:

• Clean, prep, and paint units to make them rental-ready, including minor cosmetic repairs and decal work, including testing office power and plumbing use safe work and lock-out/tag-out procedures

• Clean interiors and exteriors of storage containers and mobile/modular offices. Sweep, mop, paint, power wash, clean windows.

• Remove trash, debris, and customer belongings from returned units.

• Complete preparation tasks to make units rental ready

• Remove and install decals

• Complete repeatable repairs independently such as fixing minor container dents or bent cargo door bars and other cosmetic or structural fixes.

• Use lock out tag out procedures to properly test office power and plumbing.

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee Fleet Technician workflow to maximize shop productivity, safety, and service levels.

• Operations Coordination and Workflow Management

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely to stage, load, and organize units and maintain an efficient yard

• Stage and organize mobile storage units for efficient yard flow

• Load and position containers for delivery preparation

• Maintain clean and organized work areas

• Follow Mobile Storage and United Rentals 5S guidelines

• Use appropriate PPE and operate tools safely

• Participate in Safety Huddles and report safety observations

• Store tools, supplies, and Workplace Ready Solutions in proper and secure place

• Complete basic inspections and reporting for returned equipment and escalate issues appropriately

• Support technicians and learn procedures by assisting with basic repairs and service calls, including general lock out/tag out tasks

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Previous experience in construction, warehouse operations, equipment maintenance, or similar hands-on work environment preferred but not required

• Required ability to read and write

• General mechanical aptitude preferred

• Ability to operate forklift with necessary certification

• Strong attention to detail for cleaning and inspection tasks

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

• United Compassion Fund

• 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

Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings

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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.