Equipment Associate: Forklift & Yard Safety

United Rentals; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

United Compassion Fund

Employee Discount Program

Career Development & PromotionalOppt

Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US

Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive culture

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking an Equipment Associate to support Trench Safety branch operations. You will help prepare customer orders, maintain equipment, and assist in ensuring safe, efficient yard and fleet workflows.

This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and reliability with opportunities for advancement into our Driver development program. You'll perform tasks from loading and unloading to equipment checks, customer assistance, and basic repairs under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Experience operating medium to large forklifts preferred.
• Some knowledge of trench safety equipment is an advantage.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, load and unload equipment and prepare equipment for rental.
• Perform routine checks on rental equipment to ensure safety.
• Verify delivery tickets and returns for accuracy.
• Greet customers and assist with inquiries about equipment.
• Suggest equipment and supplies to meet customer needs.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely to stage, load, and organize units.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

United Rentals is seeking an Equipment Associate to support Trench Safety branch operations. You will help prepare customer orders, maintain equipment, and assist in ensuring safe, efficient yard and fleet workflows.

This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and reliability with opportunities for advancement into our Driver development program. You'll perform tasks from loading and unloading to equipment checks, customer assistance, and basic repairs under supervision.