Field Diesel Mechanic
About the role
As a Field Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech III - Field Service), you’ll be responsible for performing maintenance and repairs on complex equipment in a safe and professional manner. You’ll have the opportunity to improve and challenge yourself every day, and with the right attitude, you can progress to higher levels of Service Technician and leadership roles within our Service Department.
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
- Aid 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 as assigned
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
- Own tools applicable to position
- Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills
- Able to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs
Benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- United Compassion Fund
- Employee Discount Program
- Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
- Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
- Paid Sick Leave
- Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
- Comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings
- For Canadian benefits, click here
Why join us?
We are 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. These include:
- Health and financial plans
- United Rentals Employee Discount Program
- Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
- Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
- Paid Sick Leave
- Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
- Comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings
- For Canadian benefits, click here
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Active Duty Members, Veterans, Reservists, and Their Families
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 our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.