Power & HVAC Mechanic

United Rentals; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 47,632 - 88,504; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

United Compassion Fund

Employee Discount Program

Career Development & Promotional Oppr•

Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US

Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive and welcoming culture

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking a Power HVAC Mechanic to maintain and repair diesel engines, HVAC and dehumidification/purification equipment in the Power/HVAC division. You will deliver safe, professional service and may advance toward higher level Tech roles within the Service Department.

The role involves hands-on maintenance, testing and demonstrations for customers, plus occasional travel to client sites and collaboration with a team to ensure top-notch service delivery.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of experience repairing and maintaining diesel engines or HVAC equipment.
• Intermediate diagnostic and repair skills for mechanical, hydraulic, diesel, pneumatic and other systems.
• Basic understanding of schematics and diagrams.
• Own the tools applicable to position.
• Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems on a variety of rental and customer equipment and tools.
• Responsible for service documentation.
• Occasional travel to customer sites.
• Demonstrate equipment for customers.
• Assist with pick-up and delivery of equipment & parts.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Diagnostic and repair skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tools applicable to position

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 Power HVAC Mechanic within the Power/HVAC division at United Rentals, you'll use your skills to perform maintenance tasks as well as minor repairs on equipment in a safe and professional manner. You will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of diesel engines, HVAC equipment, and dehumidification/air purification equipment. Every day, you can improve and challenge yourself, and if you have the desire and ambition, you'll have the potential to work towards higher level Tech roles in our Service Department. Like every member of our team, we will rely on you to provide exceptional customer service to our customers.

What you'll do:

• Maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems on a variety of rental and customer equipment and tools


• Responsible for service documentation


• Occasional travel to customer sites


• Demonstrate equipment for customers


• Assist with pick-up and delivery of equipment & parts


• Other duties assigned as needed

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent


• 1-2 years of experience with repairing and maintaining diesel engines or HVAC equipment


• Intermediate diagnostic and repair skills for mechanical, hydraulic, diesel, pneumatic and other systems


• Basic understanding of schematics and diagrams


• Own the tools applicable to position


• Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills


• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record


• 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 rewardingcareer.

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:
$22.90 - $42.55