Maintenance Technician
United Rentals · Philadelphia, PA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
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The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at United Rentals (industrial) in Philadelphia, PA.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- 5S, Welding
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Pennsylvania plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 65 other live reliability postings in Pennsylvania.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 4+)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 55%
- ✓ Welding 35%
- PLC 33%
- Tooling 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for 5S, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- 5
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Full description from United RentalsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Requirements
- ✓High School diploma or equivalent
- ✓Active applicable state class driver’s license
- ✓3-5 years of experience with basic electrical, plumbing and/or welding repairs
- ✓Basic verbal and written skills
- ✓Construction knowledge and background
- ✓Teamwork and customer service skills
- ✓Demonstrated time management skills
- ✓Ability to utilize required information technology
- ✓Working knowledge of heavy equipment, tools, and manufacturers’ warranty process
- ✓Accurately record time and material used for proper work order completion
- ✓Ability to coach and mentor less experienced operations staff
- ✓Lift up to 45 lbs.
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
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164 Berkley Road
Philadelphia,
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164 Berkley Road
Philadelphia,
PA
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!
With minimal direct supervision, the Fleet Technician II is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all Mobile Storage rental fleet equipment, including containers, ground level office, office trailers, and/or modular buildings. It is the responsibility of the Fleet Technician II to perform all cleaning and maintenance tasks in a safe manner in accordance with company standards. The Fleet Technician II must be capable of effectively performing all duties of an Equipment Associate and a Fleet Technician I.
What you’ll do
- •Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Mobile Storage quality standards
- •Ability to complete all, or a combination of, the following: remove, repair and install floors, tiles, roofs, walls, frames, doors, leaks, caulking, windows, screens, painting, filter/dampers, replacing skin, trim, tagging of equipment, or removal/install of UR decals and equipment numbers
- •Competency to perform all or a combination of the following: basic electrical, plumbing, and/or welding repairs/modifications with minimal direction
- •Hooking mobile office to power source
- •Checking tire pressure and lugs
- •Complete assignments on time and within budget
- •Complete assignments as documented on Work Order
- •Complete necessary documentation (work order, etc.)
- •Travel to customer sites to set office trailers and assist CDL A Drivers when needed
- •Equipment Modifications:
- •Complete in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and state and local building codes
- •Complete in accordance with approved specifications
- •Complete assignments on time and within budget
- •Organization and Cleanliness of Shop, Yard, Tools and Supplies :
- •Follow Mobile Storage and United Rentals 5S guidelines
- •Meet cleanliness standards on each & every assignment
- •Store tools, supplies, and Value Added Products (VAPs) in proper and secure place
- •Keep yard organized and free of debris
- •Advise supervisor of supply needs
- •Inbound and outbound equipment inspections and processing; follow Rental Flow procedures
- •Fork Lift Operations
- •Show and exhibit fleet to customers when needed
- •Safely install and/or uninstall VAPs according to reservation