Painter Prepper

ur; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Discount Program

Career Development & Promotional Oppt

Early Wage Access through Payactiv

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking a Painter Prepper in Tolleson, AZ to prepare surfaces and apply finishes on equipment, ensuring quality and color accuracy. You will work closely with Lead Painter, maintain tools, and uphold safety standards, including respirator use and working at heights as needed.

The role involves preparing units, inspecting work, and performing basic equipment maintenance in a fast-paced shop environment with growth opportunities within United Rentals.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces and apply paints, enamels, stains, shellac, and varnishes on equipment.
• Coordinate with Lead Painter on daily priorities.
• Confirm correct paint colors for each unit.
• Bleed out air compressor to avoid moisture.
• Inspect prepped units for quality and conduct final inspections.

Skills

Surface prep

Paint application

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Equipment maintenance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Paint gun

Air compressor

Job description

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.

As a Painter Prepper at United Rentals, you will be responsible for the preparation of various surfaces and the application of paints, enamels, stains, shellac, and varnishes or other finishes on equipment.

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

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

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.