Intern Diesel Mechanic (Paid)

UR Work; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 1,929,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Employee Discount Program

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive culture

Job summary

United Rentals in Mooresville, NC is seeking a Service Technician Intern to learn about the equipment United Rentals rents and their applications. You will gain hands-on experience with maintenance tasks and provide labor support to seasoned mechanics while delivering outstanding customer service.

This role is ideal for someone currently in or pursuing a technical program, with a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED pursuing technical degree or certification.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic tool knowledge.
• Self-motivated with urgency and reliability.
• Excellent customer service and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn equipment types United Rentals rents and their applications.
• Learn maintenance tasks to support branch operations.
• Provide labor assistance to seasoned mechanics.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to customers.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Customer service orientation

Verbal/written communication

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED and pursuing technical degree or certification

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 Service Technician Intern, you will learn the various types of equipment that United Rentals rents and their applications. You will also learn both manual and maintenance tasks to support the branch operation, as well, provide labor assistance to seasoned mechanics. Every day, you can improve and challenge yourself, and if you have the desire and ambition, you'll have the potential to work towards service technician roles in our Service Department upon receipt of degree and/or certification. Like every member of our team, we will rely on you to provide exceptional customer service to our customers.

This is a great opportunity for someone currently in or receiving certification from a Technical school or program. Be prepared to enter full time employment whether it be automotive, diesel or any other mechanical background.

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

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED and pursuing technical degree or certification
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Strong mechanical aptitude with foundational knowledge of tools and equipment
• Self- motivated with a strong drive and sense of urgency
• Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills

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 (http://jobs.unitedrentals.com/creative/culture)
• 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 (https://jobs.unitedrentals.com/about-us/inclusion)

Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings (http://unitedrentalsbenefits.com/)

For Canadian benefits, click here (https://unitedrentalsbenefitscanada.com/)

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.