Field Diesel Mechanic
About The Position
As a Field Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech III - Field Service), you’ll use your skills to perform maintenance and repairs on complex equipment in a safe and professional manner. 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 levels of Service Technician and leadership roles in our Service Department. Like every member of our team, we will rely on you to provide exceptional customer service to our customers. United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in the world, founded in 1997, with an integrated network of rental locations in North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. In North America, the company operates in 49 states, every Canadian province and Puerto Rico. United Rentals was recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026 and truly cares about its people.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
- 3-5 years of experience repairing/maintaining equipment and tools
- Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools
- Strong mechanical background knowledge of various engines
- Must own tools applicable to position
- Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills
- Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.
- This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Safe maintenance and repair of a variety of complex rental equipment involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems
- Travel to customer job sites for repair/maintenance of rental or customer owned equipment; must maintain service vehicle in a clean and professional manner
- Assist in the training of lower level technicians as needed
- Maintain paperwork/electronic documentation of work performed (work orders) in a complete and timely manner on a daily basis
- Assist with pick-up and delivery of equipment & parts
- Other duties assigned as needed
Benefits
- 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
