Electrical Technician

United Rentals; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 68,742; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Discount Program

Career Development & Promotional Oppt.

Early Wage Access

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive and welcoming culture

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform pre- and post-use inspections, report conditions, and ensure safety compliance on rental equipment. You will load/unload under DOT rules, clean gear, and prepare items for new contracts or sale.

Demonstrate proper use to customers, assist senior technicians, and support pickups/deliveries between locations. Safety, teamwork, and dependable service are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills are needed.
• Ability to lift items up to 45 lbs and operate basic tools.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance checks on rental equipment before and after use for damage, operational condition, ohm check, amp check, safety decals, and safety compliance.
• Report the machine condition to the counter person or Service Manager for appropriate billing to the customer.
• Load and unload equipment while complying with DOT regulations for height, width, and weight.
• Clean all equipment and prepare equipment for new rental contracts or for sale.
• Check the equipment, demonstrate the proper use of it, and familiarize the customer with each piece of equipment.
• Perform minor repairs on rental equipment and tools in a safe manner including contactor/relay cleaning, small component replacement, and tag equipment for rental ready status.
• Assist higher-level technicians as needed.
• Assist in the pickup and delivery of equipment and parts to and from outside vendors and other United Rentals, Inc. locations for purchases or repairs.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Physical stamina

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tools ownership

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance checks on rental equipment before and after use for damage, operational condition, ohm check, amp check, safety decals, and safety compliance.
• Report the machine condition to the counter person or Service Manager for appropriate billing to the customer.
• Load and unload equipment while complying with DOT regulations for height, width, and weight.
• Clean all equipment and prepare equipment for new rental contracts or for sale.
• Check the equipment, demonstrate the proper use of it, and familiarize the customer with each piece of equipment.
• Perform minor repairs on rental equipment and tools in a safe manner including contactor/relay cleaning, small component replacement, and tag equipment for rental ready status.
• Assist higher-level technicians as needed.
• Assist in the pickup and delivery of equipment and parts to and from outside vendors and other United Rentals, Inc. locations for purchases or repairs.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.
• Basic verbal and written skills.
• Basic electrical aptitude.
• Must own tools applicable to this position and have a working knowledge of tools.
• Strong teamwork and customer service skills.
• Ability to understand the rental cycle.

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

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

Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings. For Canadian benefits, see details.

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.

United Rentals proudly hires active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. With many veterans already part of our team, we are 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: $23.00 - $49.90