Equipment Associate - Forklift & Safety

United Rentals; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental Leave

Compassion Fund

Discount Program

Career Development

Early Wage Access

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive Culture

Job summary

United Rentals is hiring an Equipment Associate to perform a variety of manual tasks and provide labor assistance in preparing customer orders and maintaining trench safety equipment. This role emphasizes safety, procedures, and teamwork, with potential advancement through the Driver development program.

Key duties include lifting, loading/unloading, equipment checks, and assisting customers with inquiries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Experience operating medium to large forklifts preferred.
• Knowledge of trench safety equipment is an advantage but not required.
• Some knowledge of computers and phone apps.
• Superior customer service, teamwork, and verbal/written communication skills.
• Diligent attention to safety.
• Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.
• PPE and work boots are provided by the company.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, load and unload equipment, assist with deliveries and prepare equipment for rental
• Perform routine checks on rental equipment to ensure it is safe and in good working order
• Verify delivery tickets and returns for accuracy
• Greet customers and assist with customer inquiries about equipment
• Suggest equipment and supplies to meet customer needs
• Other duties assigned as needed

Skills

Forklift operation

Customer service

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Verbal/written communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computers

Phone apps

Job description

United Rentals is hiring an Equipment Associate to perform a variety of manual tasks and provide labor assistance in preparing customer orders and maintaining trench safety equipment. This role emphasizes safety, procedures, and teamwork, with potential advancement through the Driver development program.

Key duties include lifting, loading/unloading, equipment checks, and assisting customers with inquiries.