Diesel Mechanic

United Rentals; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

United Compassion Fund

Employee Discount Program

Career Development & Promotional Opps

Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US

Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive culture

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking a Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech I) to service rental equipment, including diesel, automotive, welding or other mechanical tasks, in a safe and professional manner. You will perform maintenance and minor repairs, support customers, and have the potential to advance within the Service Department.

This role emphasizes exceptional customer service, teamwork, and safety, with daily opportunities to learn and grow across a broad range of equipment types and techniques.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Basic knowledge of construction equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude including knowledge of tools applicable to position.
• Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance checks on rental equipment before and after use.
• Report machine condition to Management.
• Perform minor repairs of rental equipment and tools including checking oil, grease, fluids and tagging of equipment for rental ready status.
• Demonstrate equipment for customers.
• Assist with pick-up and delivery of equipment & parts.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Superior customer service

Teamwork

Verbal/written communication

Physical ability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Great Company. Great People. Great Opportunities.

Service Tech I

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 Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech I), you'll use your skills (diesel, automotive, welding or other mechanical) to perform maintenance tasks as well as minor repairs on equipment in a safe and professional manner. Every day, you can improve and challenge yourself, and if you have the desire and ambition, you'll have the potential to work towards higher level Tech roles in our Service Department. Like every member of our team, we will rely on you to provide exceptional customer service to our customers.

What You'll Do

• Perform maintenance checks on rental equipment before and after use


• Report machine condition to Management


• Perform minor repairs of rental equipment and tools including checking oil, grease, fluids and tagging of equipment for rental ready status


• Demonstrate equipment for customers


• Assist with pick-up and delivery of equipment & parts


• Other duties assigned as needed

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent


• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record


• Basic knowledge of construction equipment


• Strong mechanical aptitude including knowledge of tools applicable to position


• Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills


• Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.

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:

Benefits

• 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

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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 [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, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.