General Laborer

United Rentals; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Discount Program

Career Development

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking a General Laborer (Matting Solutions) in North Canton, OH to support labor tasks across our service capabilities. The role involves installing erosion controls, handling materials, and assisting with site work for right-of-way access projects.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and 1+ year of construction experience. Strong physical stamina and ability to travel OT are essential. United Rentals offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to read and write fluently in English and understand construction plans.
• Experience in construction and awareness of safety hazards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install erosion and sediment control devices.
• Drive wood stakes with sledgehammers.
• Apply grass seed, fertilizer, lime and straw blanket to ground areas.
• Clean track equipment and remove mud from roads and accesses.
• Install T-posts and safety fencing.
• Lay geo-textile fabric under aggregates.
• Load/unload construction material and tools.
• Spot heavy equipment during operation.

Skills

Reading construction plans

Hand tools usage

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access & Construction Plans

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!The General Laborer (Matting Solutions) will be responsible for all labor tasks associated with our service capabilities. Formerly YAK ACCESS, Matting Solutions is now part of the United Rentals Team and is one of North America’s leading providers of right-of-way access solutions. From pipelines to power lines to civil projects, we offer unmatched expertise in total access planning, clearing, site work and restoration services.

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!The General Laborer (Matting Solutions) will be responsible for all labor tasks associated with our service capabilities. Formerly YAK ACCESS, Matting Solutions is now part of the United Rentals Team and is one of North America’s leading providers of right-of-way access solutions. From pipelines to power lines to civil projects, we offer unmatched expertise in total access planning, clearing, site work and restoration services.

What You’ll Do

• Install erosion and sediment control devices
• Drive wood stakes into the ground with sledgehammers
• Apply grass seed, fertilizer and lime to work areas; apply straw blanket and straw to restored ground areas
• Clean track equipment, sweep and shovel mud and debris off of construction roads and right-of-way accesses
• Install T-post and safety fencing
• Install geo-textile fabric below aggregate installations
• Load and unload construction material and tools
• Spot heavy equipment while in operation

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, ability to read and write fluently (English)
• Valid driver’s license
• 1+ year(s) of experience in construction and knowledge of safety hazards of construction projects
• Excellent physical stamina: strength, balance, mobility, dexterity and lifting heavy equipment
• Frequent use of hand tools: power tools, chop saws, grinders and others
• Skill in reading and interpreting Access and Construction Plans (preferred)
• Travel out of town during the week or weekends, extensive overtime

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

Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings

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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.