General Laborer
United RentalsAbout the role
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 General Laborer (Matting Solutions) will be responsible for all labor tasks associated with our service capabilities. Formerly YAK ACCESS, Matting Solutions is now part of the United Rentals Team and is one of North America’s leading providers of right-of-way access solutions. From pipelines to power lines to civil projects, we offer unmatched expertise in total access planning, clearing, site work and restoration services.
What you’ll do:
Install erosion and sediment control devices
Drive wood stakes into the ground with sledgehammers
Apply grass seed, fertilizer and lime to work areas; apply straw blanket and straw to restored ground areas
Clean track equipment, sweep and shovel mud and debris off of construction roads and right-of-way accesses
Install T-post and safety fencing
Install geo-textile fabric below aggregate installations
Load and unload construction material and tools
Spot heavy equipment while in operation
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent, ability to read and write fluently (English)
Valid driver’s license
1+ year(s) of experience in construction and knowledge of safety hazards of construction projects
Excellent physical stamina: strength, balance, mobility, dexterity and lifting heavy equipment
Frequent use of hand tools: power tools, chop saws, grinders and others
Skill in reading and interpreting Access and Construction Plans (preferred)
Travel out of town during the week or weekends, extensive overtime
This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures
Paint Prepper
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 Paint Prepper, you will be responsible for the preparation of paints and materials to be utilized by employees in the Painter and/or Sr Painter role.
What you’ll do:
Lead/Sr Painter assigns units to Preppers (Prepper jots the unit # and serial # in a notepad)
1:1 with Sr. Painter regarding responsibilities and ensure they are properly equipped
Bleed out air compressor to assure there is no moisture and let compressor continue to run to build up air
Lubricate all air tools
Set-up working area with assigned tools: DA Sander, Angle Grinder, Decal Eraser, Air Gun, Tack Rags, Degreaser, Tape
Inspect particle respirator
Remove decals and adhesive with decal eraser
Scuff paint with DA, sand to metal in areas with rust or when body work is necessary (final sand should be no less than 180 grit sandpaper)
Carefully blow the unit to remove dust and debris and clean unit with degreaser and tack cloth
Tape/masking for paint and pick up tape/decals stuck to the floor and sweep
Inspect work area to assure that the prep bay is left the same before the paint process
Other duties assigned as needed
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent
0-2 years of experience
Occasional working at heights above 10 feet
Ability to wear a respirator and/or hearing protection as required
Ability to bend, kneel and work with arms raised for prolonged period of time
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 2023) 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
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
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