Painter Prepper

1001 United Rentals (N A), Inc; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Discount Program

Career Development & PromotionalOpport

Additional Vacation

Early Wage Access through Payactiv

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

United Rentals, Inc. is seeking a Paint Technician in Tolleson, AZ to support daily painting tasks and ensure unit quality. You will work closely with the Lead Painter, confirm colors, and maintain clean, calibrated tools and surfaces.

Responsibilities include applying primers and base coats, performing inspections, and following safety protocols. The role requires 0-2 years of experience, HS diploma, and ability to lift and work at heights. Benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years of painting experience.
• Occasional working at heights above 10 feet.
• Ability to wear a respirator and/or hearing protection as required.
• Ability to bend, kneel and work with arms raised for prolonged period of time.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 with Lead Painter regarding daily priorities.
• Confirm correct paint colors for each unit.
• Bleed out air compressor to assure there is no moisture.
• Clean and inspect paint gun.
• Inspect prepped units for quality.
• Apply primer to exposed metal and base coat.
• Conduct final inspection of all units to ensure the job was completed accurately.
• Tool maintenance: clean/flush paint guns and organize tools.
• Inspect work area to leave booth in original condition.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

What you'll do:

• 1:1 with Lead Painter regarding their daily priorities
• Confirm correct paint colors for each unit
• Bleed out air compressor to assure there is no moisture
• Clean and inspect paint gun
• Inspect prepped units for quality
• Apply pre-cleaner with Tack Rag to clean surface
• Suit up (Head cover, Paint suit, Respirator, Gloves, etc.)
• Apply primer to any exposed metal and apply base coat
• Conduct final inspection of all units to ensure the job was completed accurately
• Tool maintenance: clean/flush paint guns, collect all tools and put them back
• Inspect work area to assure that the booth is left the same before the paint process
• Other duties assigned as needed

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 0- 2 years of experience
• Occasional working at heights above 10 feet
• Ability to wear a respirator and/or hearing protection as required
• Ability to bend, kneel and work with arms raised for prolonged period of time

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.

• 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
• For Canadian benefits, click here United Rentals, Inc.

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.