Electrical Technician: Preventive Maintenance & Service

ur; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Compassion Fund

Employee Discount

Career Development

Early Wage Access

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive Culture

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking an Electrical Technician to perform maintenance and minor repairs on rental equipment, ensuring safety and compliance. You will support the Service Department and provide excellent customer service while preparing gear for new rentals or sales.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma, a valid license, and the ability to lift up to 45 lbs. You will work with DOT guidelines and may assist in deliveries, with opportunities for career growth in a large, safety‑conscious

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.

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

Electrical aptitude

Own tools

Teamwork

Customer service

Valid driver's license

Verbal/written skills

Lift 45 lbs

Understand rental cycle

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

United Rentals is seeking an Electrical Technician to perform maintenance and minor repairs on rental equipment, ensuring safety and compliance. You will support the Service Department and provide excellent customer service while preparing gear for new rentals or sales.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma, a valid license, and the ability to lift up to 45 lbs. You will work with DOT guidelines and may assist in deliveries, with opportunities for career growth in a large, safety‑conscious