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Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Onsite
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 Branch Manager at United Rentals, you'll be the leader of a major business enterprise. You'll have the opportunity to hire and motivate an amazing team in various roles, from sales and service to maintenance and drivers. You'll ensure enthusiastic and informed customer service. And you will build a profitable location with your business and management skills, ambition and competitive spirit.
Sound challenging and fun? We'll provide the tools, the technology and the support you need to do the job right. You'll be proud of your employees, your branch and the work we all do in providing the equipment that helps build our communities.
What you'll do:
Manage overall branch operations to ensure safety, productivity, customer service and profitability
Oversee sales efforts and business initiatives
Prepare reports, including profit and loss statements, monthly operating reviews, yearly budgets and other reports detailing operational status
Manage personnel matters
Oversee all safety matters, including audits, safety training, OSHA compliance, DOT regulations and drug and alcohol testing
Other duties assigned as needed
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
Minimum 5 years of successful business management experience with profit and loss responsibility at a branch or other individual profit center
An understanding of business accounting principles and budget preparation
Strong sales and customer service experience required, outside sales experience preferred
Effective leadership, motivational, organizational and communication skills
Proficient computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office
Knowledge and experience in the equipment rental industry preferred
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.
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
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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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 our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.
United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.