Field Diesel Mechanic

American Rental Association (ARA); Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading equipment rental provider as a Field Diesel Mechanic, where your skills will shine in maintaining and repairing complex machinery. This role offers the chance to grow into higher levels of service technician and leadership positions. With a commitment to exceptional customer service, you'll be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your career development. Enjoy a welcoming culture and a range of best-in-class benefits, making this an exciting opportunity to build your future in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Discount Program

Career Development Opportunities

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in repairing and maintaining equipment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge of various engines and systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on complex rental equipment.
• Travel to job sites for repair and maintenance tasks.
• Maintain service vehicle and documentation of work performed.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand Tools

Diagnostic Tools

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 a Field Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech III - Field Service), you'll use your skills to perform maintenance and repairs on complex equipment in a safe and professional manner. Every day, you can improve and challenge yourself, and if you have the desire and ambition, you'll have the potential to work towards higher levels of Service Technician and leadership roles in our Service Department. Like every member of our team, we will rely on you to provide exceptional customer service to our customers.

What you'll do:

1. Perform safe maintenance and repair of a variety of complex rental equipment involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems.
2. Travel to customer job sites for repair/maintenance of rental or customer-owned equipment; maintain service vehicle in a clean and professional manner.
3. Assist in training lower-level technicians as needed.
4. Maintain paperwork/electronic documentation of work performed (work orders) in a complete and timely manner daily.
5. Assist with pick-up and delivery of equipment & parts.
6. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
3. 3-5 years of experience repairing/maintaining equipment and tools.
4. Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools.
5. Strong mechanical background knowledge of various engines.
6. Own tools applicable to the position.
7. Excellent customer service, teamwork, and communication skills.
8. Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals' policies and procedures.

Why join us?

We are an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people. We offer best-in-class benefits and perks, including:

• 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

Learn more about our full US benefit offerings here.

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. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email [e-mail] for assistance.

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. We are ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.

Note: The actual pay rate varies depending on factors such as specific position, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.