Field Diesel Mechanic - CES

United Rentals (N A); San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Discount Program

Career Development & PromotionalOpport

Additional Vacation Buy Up Program

Early Wage Access through Payactiv

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive and welcoming culture

Job summary

United Rentals, Inc. is seeking a field service technician to perform safe maintenance and repair of complex equipment at customer sites in the San Diego area.

You will travel to job sites, maintain service vehicles, upsell equipment, and document work orders with a high degree of independence while upholding safety standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of experience repairing/maintaining equipment and tools.
• Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools.
• Knowledge of construction equipment and engines.
• Own the tools applicable to the position.
• Superior customer service, teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Safely maintain and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and diesel systems on equipment.
• Maintain paperwork and work orders daily.
• Upsell and demonstrate equipment to customers.
• Travel to customer sites for repair and maintenance.
• Assist with pickup and delivery of equipment and parts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Engine knowledge

Tools proficiency

Customer service

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!

What you'll do:

• Safe maintenance and repair of complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems on a variety of customer equipment and tools while using a high degree of independent judgment
• Maintain paperwork/electronic documentation of work performed (work orders) in a complete and timely manner on a daily basis
• Upsell and demonstrate a wide array of complex equipment for customers
• Travel to customer job sites for repair/maintenance of customer owned equipment; must maintain service vehicle in a clean and professional manner
• 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
• Knowledge of construction equipment and 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.

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

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

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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, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

Compensation Range:

$25.20 - $46.60