Equipment Associate

United-Rentals-a3e42836; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

United Compassion Fund

Employee Discount Program

Career Development & Promotional Oppt.

Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US

Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking a Sr. Equipment Associate in Hermiston, OR to support branch operations, supervise staff, and assist customers with rental equipment and delivery.

The role includes driving a delivery truck, inspecting gear, and coordinating with service teams to ensure safety and readiness. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and strong customer service skills, with opportunities to grow within a leading equipment rental provider.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• 1–2 years related experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills essential.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Equipment Associate(s) in manual tasks.
• Inspect equipment for damage, hours, mileage and fuel level on return.
• Report machine condition for billing and maintenance.
• Load/unload rental equipment and prepare for rental.
• Checkout and demonstrate equipment to customers and drive delivery truck.
• Provide great customer service and assist with inquiries.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Safety awareness

Winch operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Sr. Equipment Associate at United Rentals, you are responsible for performing a variety of functions in support of branch operations, including staff supervision. You’ll provide labor assistance to Service Technicians, sales staff, and other branch personnel engaged in meeting the needs of customers including: checkout and demonstration of equipment, and operating a small delivery truck to transport equipment.What you'll do:Perform manual labor-intensive tasks, and supervise Equipment Associate(s) in similar tasksCheck equipment for damage, hours used, mileage and fuel level upon return to branchReport machine condition to Counter Person/Service Manager for appropriate billing of customerInspect rental equipment for safety decals, safety compliance, and ensure that equipment is in good working orderLoad and unload rental equipment, and prepare equipment for rentalCheckout and demonstrate equipment for customers as well as drive a delivery truck to pick-up and drop-off equipmentGreat customers and assist with customer inquiriesOther duties assigned as neededRequirements:High school diploma or equivalentValid driver's license with acceptable driving recordMinimum 1 – 2 years related experienceEffective communication, multi-tasking and strong teamwork skillsDiligent attention to safetySuperior customer service skillsKnowledge of winch operationsAbility 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 LeaveUnited Compassion FundEmployee Discount ProgramCareer Development & Promotional OpportunitiesAdditional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)Paid Sick LeaveAn inclusive and welcoming cultureExplore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offeringsFor Canadian benefits, click hereUnited 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.