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Iowa, United States
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 a Welder at United Rentals, you will maintain and repair shoring and shielding equipment to maximize branch productivity. You’ll be dedicated to the service of Trench Safety rental equipment. Every day, you can improve and challenge yourself, and if you have the desire and ambition, you’ll have the potential to work towards higher roles in our Service Department. Like every member of our team, we will rely on you to provide exceptional customer service to our customers.
What you'll do:
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
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.
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.