Division Safety Manager

1001 United Rentals (N A), Inc; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

United Rentals, Inc. is seeking a Division Safety Manager to lead safety program development, policy administration, and training for assigned regions. You will ensure compliance with government regulations and company standards while coordinating with Safety and regional teams.

The role emphasizes incident investigation, risk mitigation, and strong communication skills to promote a safe work environment for employees, customers, and assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety-related field; Master's preferred.
• 3–5 years of professional-level safety experience.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA/ANSI CFR 1910 & 1926.
• Excellent communication and training abilities.
• Professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, development, and administration of safety programs.
• Oversee OSHA, DOT, and related compliance activities.
• Investigate incidents and implement preventative measures.
• Develop training programs aligned with regulations and business needs.
• Partner with Safety department and regional management.
• Mitigate safety and environmental risk across regions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Training

MS Office

OSHA knowledge

Risk management

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

FMCRs

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 a Division Safety Manager, you will ensure compliance with all Company and governmental safety and environmental health regulations. You will manage the planning, development, implementation, and administration of safety policies, programs, and training for assigned region(s).

What you'll do:

• Protect the Company's employees, customers, and assets against losses, injuries and accidents by directing, implementing, and overseeing the administration of safety and key loss prevention programs
• Ensure safety compliance by overseeing OSHA, DOT, and other compliance related activities
• Protect the Company's employees, customers, and assets against losses, injuries and accidents through enforcement of safe work practices
• Prevent accidents and other safety exposures by investigating, identifying causes, and developing preventative measures and practices
• Build successful business partnerships by communicating with corporate Safety department, customer safety managers, and regional management and employees
• Meet safety and environmental health goals by developing and implementing training programs consistent with governmental regulations and business and customer needs
• Mitigate risk exposure by identifying sources of safety and environmental risk and developing needed programs, policies, and procedures
• Other duties assigned as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably relating to Safety and Health; Master's degree preferred
• 3 to 5 years of professional-level safety related experience
• Ability to persuasively communicate with all levels of management
• Strong training and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other operations applications
• Strong knowledge in all areas of OSHA and ANSI including, but not limited to: CFR 1910 and 1926 as well as legislation affecting these areas
• Knowledge in all areas of FMCR's as they relate to the rental industry
• Occupational Health-Safety and/or accredited professional certification preferred

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.

• 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. For Canadian benefits, click here United Rentals, Inc.

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. Founded in 1997, United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in the world, with an integrated network of rental locations in North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. In North America, the company operates in 49 states, every Canadian province and Puerto Rico.