Field Diesel Mechanic

United Rentals; Calvert (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Discount Program

Career Development

Early Wage Access

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking a Field Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech III - Field Service) to perform maintenance and repair on complex equipment safely and professionally. You will travel to customer sites and contribute to training junior technicians while supporting a range of service duties.

The role offers opportunities for advancement within the Service Department and leadership tracks, with a strong focus on customer service and on-site workmanship.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience repairing/maintaining equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Own tools applicable to the position.
• Strong mechanical knowledge of engines.
• Excellent customer service and teamwork.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and work a flex schedule.

Responsibilities

• Safe maintenance and repair of complex rental equipment.
• Travel to customer job sites for repair/maintenance.
• Assist in training lower level technicians.
• Maintain paperwork and work orders daily.
• Assist with pickup and delivery of equipment and parts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced mechanical aptitude

Strong communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Own tools

Engine knowledge

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.

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

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

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• 3-5 years of experience repairing/maintaining equipment and tools
• Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools
• Strong mechanical background knowledge of various engines
• Must own tools applicable to position
• Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.
• Must be able to work a flex schedule on a weekly rotation

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

Why join us?

Benefits

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. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:

• 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

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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.

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.