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Structure Installer

United Rentals
Branch BG4 La Porte, TX, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 May 2026

About 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!

As a Temporary Structure Installer, you will use your skills to install and dismantle temporary structures using powered equipment, various types of lifts, and hand tools. Temporary Structure Installers I will build and dismantle tent structures per manufacturer and company guidelines.

What you'll do:

  • Installation and Dismantling of Tent Structures. Understand the types of tent structures used by the company (frame, pole, clearspan, structure tents, canopies, etc.)

  • Identify and name all tent components, including beams, rafters, purlins, uprights, stakes, anchors, tensioning hardware, and keder systems

  • Observe and assist senior installers with the assembly and disassembly process

  • Layout and site preparation

  • Tent frame assembly sequence

  • Fabric installation and tensioning

  • Securing and anchoring methods

  • Understand and follow manufacturer specifications for each structure type. Properly load, secure, and unload materials on company vehicles and trailers to prevent damage or shifting during transit

  • Follow directions from the warehouse and logistics teams to ensure accurate equipment counts

  • Assist in site layout using measuring tools and supervisor guidance. Properly load, secure, and unload materials on company vehicles and trailers to prevent damage or shifting during transit

Requirements:

  • High School diploma or equivalent

  • Entry-level position, no prior tent installation experience necessary; on-the-job training provided

  • Construction or related experience a plus, but not required

  • Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with minimal driving infractions

  • Ability to obtain forklift, manlift, and OSHA certifications within 6 months

  • Familiarity with DOT and OSHA regulations is a plus, but not required

  • Basic use of hand tools (hammer, drill, rachet, wrenches, impact driver)

  • Willingness to learn power equipment, such as forklifts, boom lifts, and stake drivers

  • Able to follow instructions and implement feedback

  • Strong organizational skills and show attention to detail

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 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

Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings

For Canadian benefits, click here

United 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 careers@ur.com 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 o

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