Safety Assistant

United Rentals (N A); Madison (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

United Compassion Fund

Employee Discount Program

Career Development & PromotionalOppt.

Vacation Buy Up Program

Early Wage Access

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive and welcoming culture

Job summary

United Rentals is hiring a Safety Assistant - Matting Solutions to support the Region Safety Manager and Field Safety team in maintaining safety and DOT compliance across the fleet.

The role involves administrative duties, auditing driver logs, coordinating safety training, and documenting inspections and incidents to uphold OSHA, DOT, and company standards.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• 1–2 years' experience in Safety and DOT Compliance.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Assist Region Safety Manager to ensure fleet safety and DOT compliance.
• Administer safety programs, policies, and processes.
• Audit driver hours of service and E-logs for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate safety training for employees and onboarding processes.
• Document inspections, write-ups, vehicle inspections, and retraining per policy.

Skills

DOT Compliance

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Education

Associate's degree

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 Safety Assistant - Matting Solutions is responsible for assisting the Region Safety Manager by assuring all aspects of the fleet are operating safely and consistently with DOT/FMCSA. This position provides administrative support to the Field Safety team. In this role the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the administration and implementation of moderate to complex safety and DOT (Department of Transportation) compliance programs, policies and processes. The goal of this team is to achieve a workplace free of injuries, ensure regulatory compliance, and prevent vehicle accidents.

What you'll do:

• Manage all aspects of driver hours of service records by following DOT requirements
• Audit driver e-logs daily for accuracy and compliance, including violation reports
• Manage all aspects of tractor and trailer inspection records by DOT requirements (DVIRS)
• Coordinate ongoing employee safety training
• Participate in new employee training, orientation and onboarding processes
• Ensure proper documentation of inspection, write up, vehicle inspection, work order, and re-training as required by policy or regulation
• Assist with insurance claim administration
• DOT and Non-DOT drug/alcohol program administration
• Maintain active driver files
• Perform Clearinghouse reporting and management
• Support the development and implementation of written programs that assure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and all other pertinent Federal/State/Local regulations, contract requirements, and internal policy

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of training and experience
• 1-2 years' experience in Safety and DOT Compliance
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions, to prioritize and work in a multitasked environment
• Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and safety hazards of construction projects is a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Effective in a variety of formal presentation settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, with peers, direct reports, and bosses
• Create unity and support the productivity of the team

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 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.