Field Diesel Mechanic - Experienced

United Rentals•Hermiston, OR

About The Position

United Rentals is hiring an experienced Field Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech IV – Field Service) to maintain and repair complex equipment with limited or no supervision, using independent judgment and working safely and professionally. The role involves traveling to customer job sites to service rental and customer-owned equipment, maintaining a clean and professional service vehicle, and providing exceptional customer service. The mechanic may assist with training lower-level technicians, document work performed, and help pick up and deliver equipment and parts. The posting also describes a road-service utility truck mechanic role responsible for maintaining a fleet of utility and service vehicles, including inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing diesel- and gasoline-powered vehicles and heavy equipment. That work includes servicing hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and braking systems, conducting preventive maintenance, using diagnostic software and technical manuals, welding and fabrication as needed, maintaining service records, complying with safety standards, and performing annual DOT and dielectric testing on insulated equipment. Some overnight travel to distant projects may be required. The company advertises a $5,000 sign-on bonus and competitive salary with generous benefits. It describes opportunities to develop and advance toward leadership roles in the Service Department.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
At least 5 years of experience repairing or maintaining equipment and tools.
Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools.
Extensive knowledge of construction equipment and advanced understanding of schematics and diagrams.
Must own tools applicable to the position.
Superior customer service, teamwork, and verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 45 lbs.
For the utility truck road-service role: at least 5 years of experience as a heavy-duty diesel or truck mechanic, including hands-on experience with bucket trucks and hydraulic systems.
For the utility truck road-service role: valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with relevant endorsements, or ability to obtain it.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Commitment to maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with utility equipment such as cranes, pulling and stringing equipment, and dielectric testing equipment.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems on rental and customer equipment and tools.
Travel to customer job sites to repair or maintain rental or customer-owned equipment.
Keep the service vehicle clean and professional.
Assist in training lower-level technicians as needed.
Complete work orders and other written or electronic documentation accurately and promptly each day.
Assist with picking up and delivering equipment and parts.
Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel- and gasoline-powered vehicles and heavy equipment, including dump trucks, bucket trucks, and specialty utility vehicles.
Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and braking systems.
Conduct preventive maintenance, including oil changes, tire service, and lubrication.
Use diagnostic software and technical manuals to identify malfunctions and determine repairs.
Perform welding and fabrication for equipment repair and modification as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely service records, repair logs, and documentation.
Ensure work complies with federal, state, and company safety standards and procedures.
Perform annual DOT and dielectric testing on insulated equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

$5,000 sign-on bonus.
Competitive salary and generous benefits.
Paid parental leave.
United Compassion Fund.
Employee discount program.
Career development and promotional opportunities.
Additional vacation buy-up program (US only).
Early wage access through Payactiv (US hourly only).
Paid sick leave.
Inclusive and welcoming culture.
Health and financial plans.
Company service vehicle, phone, laptop, and other needed tools supplied for the utility truck road-service role.