Equipment Associate

Great Company. Great People. Great Opportunities. Come build your future with United Rentals! As an Equipment Associate, you will perform a variety of manual tasks to ensure smooth Trench Safety branch operation. Your primary objective will be to provide labor assistance in preparing customer orders and maintaining trench safety equipment. This highly team‑oriented position requires dependability, focus on safety, understanding and following procedures, and attention to detail.

Excellence in this challenging and rewarding role paves the way for advancement opportunities into our Driver Development program.

• Assemble, load and unload equipment, assist with deliveries, and prepare equipment for rental
• Perform routine checks on rental equipment to ensure it is safe and in good working order
• Verify delivery tickets and returns for accuracy
• Greet customers and assist with customer inquiries about equipment
• Suggest equipment and supplies to meet customer needs
• Perform other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Experience operating medium to large forklifts preferred
• Knowledge of trench safety equipment is an advantage but not required
• Some knowledge of computers and phone apps
• Superior customer service, teamwork, and verbal/written communication skills
• Diligent attention to safety
• Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.
• PPE and work boots are provided by the company

• 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

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

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  for assistance.

We proudly hire active‑duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.

Compensation Range $19.00 - $29.00