Branch Manager - Power HVAC

UR Work; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

United Compassion Fund

Employee Discount Program

Career Development & PromotionalOpport

Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US

Early Wage Access via Payactiv (US)

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive and welcoming culture

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking a Branch Manager in the Power/HVAC Division to lead a major operation in Canada. You will hire and motivate a diverse team across sales, service, maintenance and drivers, ensuring exceptional customer service and branch profitability.

You will implement business strategies, oversee safety compliance, financial reporting, and budget management while driving growth and competitive performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with strong business leadership.
• Minimum 5 years of branch-level management with profit and loss responsibility.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, accounting principles, and reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall branch operations to ensure safety, productivity, customer service and profitability.
• Oversee sales efforts and business initiatives.
• Prepare reports including profit and loss statements, monthly operating reviews, yearly budgets and other status reports.
• Manage personnel matters and performance.
• Oversee safety programs, audits, training, and regulatory compliance.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Sales experience

Customer service

Budgeting

Communication

Mechanical knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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!

As Branch Manager in the Power/HVAC Division of United Rentals, you'll be the leader of a major business enterprise. You'll have the opportunity to hire and motivate an amazing team in various roles, from sales and service to maintenance and drivers. You'll ensure enthusiastic and informed customer service. And you will build a profitable location with your business and management skills, ambition and competitive spirit.

Sound challenging and fun? We'll provide the tools, the technology and the support you need to do the job right. You'll be proud of your employees, your branch and the work we all do in providing the equipment that helps build our communities.

What you'll do:

• Manage overall branch operations to ensure safety, productivity, customer service and profitability

• Oversee sales efforts and business initiatives

• Prepare reports, including profit and loss statements, monthly operating reviews, yearly budgets and other reports detailing operational status

• Manage personnel matters

• Oversee all safety matters, including audits, safety training, OSHA compliance, DOT regulations and drug and alcohol testing

• Other duties assigned as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

• Minimum 5 years of successful business management experience with profit and loss responsibility at a branch or other individual profit center

• An understanding of business accounting principles and budget preparation

• Strong sales and customer service experience required, outside sales experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, diesel, pneumatic and other systems

• Effective leadership, motivational, organizational and communication skills

• Proficient computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office

• Knowledge and experience in the equipment rental industry preferred

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

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 (http://jobs.unitedrentals.com/creative/culture)

• 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 (https://jobs.unitedrentals.com/about-us/inclusion)

Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings (http://unitedrentalsbenefits.com/)

For Canadian benefits, click here (https://unitedrentalsbenefitscanada.com/)

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 [e-mail] 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, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

Compensation Range:

$80,865.00 - $129,390.00