Equipment Maintenance Service Manager

United Rentals; Lakeside (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 115,000; 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 and welcoming culture

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking a Service Manager in Lakeside, CA to lead a maintenance team and ensure equipment readiness. You will hire, train, and motivate service technicians, working with the Branch Manager to build a profitable location through strong leadership and financial acumen.

You’ll oversee fleet maintenance, parts activities, and performance metrics to ensure safety, cost control, and exceptional customer service. Prior supervisory and fleet maintenance experience is essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; trade-school degree a plus; bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5 years' service and maintenance experience and a minimum of 3 years supervisory experience.
• Strong motivational and leadership skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance accounting and P&L.
• Basic computer skills (Excel).

Responsibilities

• Motivate, coach and train technicians to exceed time & quality standards and comply with standard repair and maintenance processes
• Staff location adequately based on skills and workload
• Responsible for R&M, P&L and associated costs/budget
• Lead, plan, measure and continuous improvement of all service and maintenance performance metrics
• Oversee parts department activities, to ensure optimal customer service, technician/shops/OEC productivity and cost control
• Evaluate performance and promotability of team members. Identify and provide necessary skills training and regular coaching
• Promote a culture of safety and discipline through leadership, exemplary personal compliance, accountability and communication
• Other duties assigned as needed

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

P&L knowledge

Excel

Valid driver’s license

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Trade-school degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

None

Job description

United Rentals is seeking a Service Manager in Lakeside, CA to lead a maintenance team and ensure equipment readiness. You will hire, train, and motivate service technicians, working with the Branch Manager to build a profitable location through strong leadership and financial acumen.

You’ll oversee fleet maintenance, parts activities, and performance metrics to ensure safety, cost control, and exceptional customer service. Prior supervisory and fleet maintenance experience is essential.