United Rentals

Overview

As a Welder at United Rentals, you will maintain and repair shoring and shielding equipment to maximize branch productivity. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within the Service Department while providing exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Layout and apply the appropriate weld type, as per engineering or manufacturing specifications.
• Inspect, repair and paint all rental equipment upon return to ensure that it is rental ready and safe for use.
• Perform non-structural repairs or modifications to rental equipment per manufacturer's specifications.
• Perform active shoring installation welding support on job sites.
• Fabricate projects in the facility as required.
• When required, travel to customer sites for repair/maintenance of equipment.
• Complete work orders on equipment service and maintain an inventory of related parts for repair.
• Ensure a clean and safe working environment.
• Operate overhead cranes, use chain magnets and other lifting devices to move material and hold in place.
• Read drawings to determine the appropriate welding method and equipment based on requirements.
• Set up components for welding according to specifications.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Welding school certification.
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in Arc, MIG and TIG welding.
• Knowledge of metals and materials needed to perform repairs on all shoring, shielding, and slide rail applications.
• Must be able to burn efficiently and with good quality.
• Must be able to identify the type of welder, and wire or rod size, needed to complete safe repairs.
• Knowledge of OSHA applicable state and local requirements relative to trench and excavation shoring and shielding.
• Knowledge of underground construction equipment capabilities and OSHA safe working practices.
• Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave
• Health Insurance
• PTO

Additional Information

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.