Equipment Associate

1001 United Rentals (N A), Inc; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Compassion Fund

Employee Discount

Career Development

Vacation Buy Up

Early Wage Access

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive Culture

US Benefit Offerings

Job summary

United Rentals Matting Solutions in La Vergne, TN, is seeking an Equipment Associate to perform a variety of manual tasks and provide labor assistance to service technicians, sales staff, and other branch personnel to meet customer needs.

You will work in a safety-sensitive environment, lifting up to 45 lbs., loading equipment, and supporting yard operations with a focus on safety and efficiency. Opportunities for development into Driver and Service Technician programs are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Effective communication and strong teamwork are essential.
• Safety awareness and customer service excellence are required.

Responsibilities

• Repair mats in high temperatures.
• Climb on/off and transport heavy equipment safely in the yard.
• Stage and load rental equipment in the yard.
• Carry ladders to access delivery beds and assist in securing items.
• Assist service technicians and sales staff to meet customer needs.
• This position is deemed Safety Sensitive per company policy.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 an Equipment Associate at United Rentals Matting Solutions, you will perform a variety of manual tasks to ensure smooth branch operation. Your primary objective will be to provide labor assistance to service technicians, sales staff and other branch personnel engaged in meeting the needs of customers. Excellence in this challenging and rewarding position paves the way for advancement opportunities into our Driver and Service Technician development programs.

What you'll do:

• Repair mats in high temperatures
• Climb on and off and transport heavy equipment safely in the yard
• Stage and load rental equipment (which may require obtaining chains measuring 10 feet and/or binders weighing 15 pounds each from truck storage rack (up to 40 chains per day))
• Carrying up to 15 feet or portable truck ladder to access delivery bed
• Require bending, crawling, kneeling or laying on deck to tie down equipment, among other duties
• This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals' policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Effective communication, multi-tasking and strong teamwork skills
• Diligent attention to safety
• Superior customer service skills
• Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.

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

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.

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.