Field Diesel Mechanic

1001 United Rentals (N A), Inc; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

United Rentals, the world’s largest equipment rental provider, seeks a Field Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech III - Field Service) to perform maintenance and repairs on complex equipment at customer sites. Travel is required, and you’ll contribute to safe operations while delivering excellent service.

We offer a $1,000 sign-on bonus and opportunities for career growth within the Service Department. You’ll use your mechanical skills daily and join a team known for teamwork and customer focus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Safe maintenance and repair of complex rental equipment (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, diesel).
• Travel to customer job sites for repair/maintenance; maintain service vehicle.
• Assist in training lower level technicians as needed.
• Maintain paperwork/electronic documentation of work orders daily.
• Assist with pickup/delivery of equipment and parts.
• Other duties as assigned; safety sensitive role.

Skills

Advanced mechanical aptitude

Mechanical knowledge of engines

Customer service

Verbal/written communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

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.

*$1000.00 Sign-On Bonus

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

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.

Why join us?

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
• Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings

Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings

For Canadian benefits, click 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.

At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, 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.

Founded in 1997, United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in the world, with an integrated network of rental locations in North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. In North America, the company operates in 49 states, every Canadian province and Puerto Rico.