Equipment Associate-Trench Safety

Company: United Rentals
Location: Lake Charles
Posted on: July 17, 2021

Job Description:

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.

As an Equipment Associate at United Rentals, you will perform a variety of manual tasks to ensure smooth Trench Safety branch operation. Your primary objective will be to provide labor assistance to service technicians, sales staff and other branch personnel engaged in meeting the needs of customers.

Your strong work ethic, reliability and positive attitude will make you an asset to our branch and entire organization. If you would enjoy the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, consider a future with United Rentals. You will be supported by a strong management team that will help you achieve your goals. Excellence in this challenging and rewarding position paves the way for advancement opportunities.

Additional duties include the following:

• Assemble, load and unload equipment, assist with deliveries and prepare equipment for rental

• Perform routine checks on rental equipment to ensure it is safe and in good working order

• Verify delivery tickets and returns for accuracy

• Greet customers and assist with customer inquiries about equipment

• Suggest equipment and supplies to meet customer needs

• Other duties assigned as needed

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

• Knowledge of trench safety equipment is preferred, but willing to train

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

• Diligent attention to safety

• Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.

At United Rentals, the largest equipment rental company, we believe that it takes great employees to build a great organization – and we’re passionate about helping our people grow professionally and embrace teamwork in everything they do. Our culture is based on our corporate values and centers on mutual respect, job satisfaction, diversity and a shared responsibility to build a better future.

What's in it for you?

U.S. Full Time roles:  Best in class benefits offering includes medical, dental, vision, flex spending and health savings accounts;  401(k) retirement with company match; life and disability insurance; and paid time off including sick, vacation, holidays, and paid parental leave.  Comprehensive training and development and career growth opportunities.

U.S. Part Time roles: Benefits offering includes 401(k) retirement with company match/RRSP; paid time off including sick, vacation and holidays; and comprehensive training and development and career growth opportunities.

Canada: Best in class benefits package which includes medical, dental & vision, RRSP/DPSP*, paid time off, comprehensive training and development, and career growth opportunities.

*Offered for full time roles, part time eligibility in select provinces

United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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