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Shop Foreman

United Rentals
  • Baton Rouge, LA
    6 days ago

    Job Description

    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 Shop Foreman, you'll assist in leading a maintenance enterprise. You'll ensure Service Technicians, equipment and materials are utilized properly to maximize productivity. You'll continually improve efficiency and customer satisfaction, by ensuring equipment is properly maintained and repaired. You will work closely with the Service/Branch Manager, and help build a profitable location with your leadership, service and maintenance knowledge. Excellence in this challenging and rewarding position paves the way for advancement into the role of Service Manager.

    What you'll do:
    • Coordinate the activities of Service Technicians
    • Train and supervise mechanical personnel when necessary
    • Responsible for the safe maintenance and repair of a variety of complex rental equipment
    • Diagnose and supervise the repair of equipment to ensure work is performed efficiently
    • Maintain paperwork/electronic documentation of work performed (work orders) in a complete and timely manner on a daily basis
    • When required, travel to customer job sites for repair/maintenance of rental or customer owned equipment; must maintain service vehicle in a clean and professional manner
    • Other duties assigned as needed


    Requirements:
    • High School Diploma required; trade-School Degree a plus
    • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
    • 5+ years of experience repairing/maintaining equipment and tools
    • Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools
    • Must own tools applicable to position
    • Extensive knowledge of construction equipment with an advanced understanding of schematics and diagrams
    • Strong diagnostic and repair skills for a variety of systems
    • Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills


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

    Job Code = Shop Foreman-Branch - IN FRENCH

    En tant que contremaitre d'atelier chez United Rentals, vous aiderez a diriger une entreprise d'entretien. Vous vous assurerez que les techniciens de service, l'equipement et les materiaux sont utilises correctement pour maximiser la productivite. Vous ameliorerez continuellement l'efficacite et la satisfaction de la clientele en vous assurant que l'equipement est bien entretenu et repare. Vous travaillerez en etroite collaboration avec le directeur de service/succursale et aiderez a etablir une succursale rentable grace a votre direction, a vos connaissances en matiere de service et d'entretien. Ce poste a la fois complexe et gratifiant vous ouvrira la voie vers de nouveaux debouches dans le role de directeur de service.

    Ce parcours vous permettra d'acceder a un poste de gestion chez United Rentals, le plus grand loueur d'equipement du monde. Nous vous fournirons les outils, la technologie et le soutien dont vous avez besoin pour fournir un travail excellent. Vous serez fier ou fiere du travail fourni par vos employes, de votre atelier de service quant a la location du materiel necessaire a la construction de nos milieux de vie.

    Responsabilites complementaires(liste non exhaustive):
    • Coordonner les activites des techniciens de service
    • Former et superviser le personnel mecanique lorsque necessaire
    • Responsable de l'entretien et de la reparation en toute securite d'une variete d'equipements de location complexes
    • Diagnostiquer et superviser la reparation des equipements pour s'assurer que le travail est effectue efficacement
    • Remplir les formulaires/documents electroniques des travaux effectues (bordereau de commande) de maniere complete et en temps opportun sur une base quotidienne
    • Au besoin, se rendre sur les chantiers des clients pour la reparation/l'entretien de l'equipement appartenant au client; doit maintenir le vehicule de service de maniere propre et professionnelle
    • Autres responsabilites en fonction des besoins


    Exigences du poste:
    • Diplome d'etudes secondaires requis; diplome d'ecole de commerce est un atout
    • Permis de conduire en cours de validite et dossier de conduite acceptable
    • Plus de 5ans et plus d'experience dans la reparation/l'entretien d'equipements et d'outils
    • Aptitude mecanique avancee et connaissance pratique des outils
    • Doit posseder des outils utilises dans le cadre de cet emploi
    • Connaissances approfondies de l'equipement de construction et comprehension avancee des schemas et des diagrammes
    • Solides competences en diagnostic et en reparation pour une variete de systemes
    • Sens du service a la clientele et du travail d'equipe, competences en communication verbale et ecrite


    Ce poste est considere comme un poste critique en matiere de securite aux fins des politiques et procedures de United Rentals.

    Job Code = Shop Foreman-Fluid - 6N0002-012

    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 Shop Foreman, you'll assist in leading a maintenance enterprise at a Fluid Solutions branch. You'll use your technical knowledge to perform routine maintenance, trouble-shoot and repair pump equipment of varying sizes, capacity, function and manufacturer. Your primary objective is to coordinate the activities of yard and shop personnel, plus to diagnose and supervise the repair and assembly of Fluid Solutions equipment to ensure that work is performed efficiently, while maintaining a clean and safe work area.

    What you'll do:
    • Create work schedules and maintaining proper accounting of Service Technician productivity
    • Generate service-related revenue
    • Schedule and perform timely repairs for rental and customer equipment
    • When required, travel to customer sites for repair/maintenance of equipment
    • Accurately order needed parts from vendors when needed
    • Assist peers in developing diagnostic skills and perform all service technician functions when necessary
    • Other duties assigned as needed


    Requirements:
    • High School diploma or equivalent; Trade school training preferred
    • 5+ years of experience with repairing and maintaining vehicles and equipment
    • Highly developed mechanical background knowledge particularly with various engines
    • Extensive knowledge of construction equipment
    • Advanced understanding of schematics and diagrams
    • Own the tools applicable to position
    • Strong leadership, teamwork, and customer service skills
    • Diligent attention to safety
    • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record


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

    Job Code = Shop Foreman-Trench Safety - 6N0002-004

    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 Shop Foreman, you'll assist in leading a maintenance enterprise at a Trench Safety branch. You'll ensure your team, equipment and materials are utilized properly to maximize productivity. You will also perform all previous or available levels of Equipment Associate and Welder duties. Your primary objective is to coordinate the activities of yard and shop personnel who provide labor assistance to the sales staff, plus to diagnose and supervise the repair and assembly of Trench Safety equipment to ensure that work is performed efficiently, while maintaining a clean and safe work area.

    What you'll do:
    • Plan, organize, and schedule Equipment Associates and Welders activities as needed; delegate tasks, and enforce safety procedures
    • Monitor, train & supervise employees to ensure that work is done correctly
    • Supervise the safe maintenance and repair of a variety of complex rental equipment at branch or customer locations; order needed parts when necessary
    • Diagnose all equipment in the rental fleet appropriately utilizing schematics or engineering tabulated data
    • When required, travel to customer site for repair/maintenance of rental or owned equipment, assist in the pick up and delivery of equipment and parts to and from outside vendors and other United Rentals, Inc. locations for purchase and repair
    • Other duties assigned as needed


    Requirements:
    • High School diploma or equivalent; Trade school training preferred
    • 5+ years of experience repairing and maintaining equipment and tools
    • Knowledge of proper hydraulic and pneumatic testing procedures
    • Working knowledge of trench safety related products and applications
    • Strong leadership, teamwork, and customer service skills
    • Diligent attention to safety
    • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record


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

    Job Code = Fence Foreman - ROS

    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 Fence Installation Foreman at Reliable Onsite Services, a division of United Rentals, you will perform all previous or available levels of Fence Installer and Fence Driver duties; ensure workers, equipment and materials are utilized properly to maximize productivity. Includes coordinating the activities of Fence Installers and Fence Drivers, supervising the installation of equipment to ensure that work is performed efficiently. Maintain a clean and safe work area at all times.

    What you'll do:
    • Plan, organize, and schedule Fence Installers and Fence Drivers activities as needed; delegate tasks, and enforce safety procedures:
      • Monitor employees, and ensure that work is done correctly
      • Train and supervise personnel when necessary
    • Using high degree of independent judgement, responsible for the safe installation and removal of a variety of fence based rental items.
      • Ability to problem solve issues that occur in the field.
    • Maintain paperwork/electronic documentation of work performed in a complete and timely manner on a daily basis:
      • Ensure proper usage of HHD
      • Document all equipment used and labor accurately
    • Ensure proper documentation and maintenance logs of installation equipment, delivery fleet, and all other non-rental assets
    • When required travel to customer site for installation/removal
      • Maintain a vehicle in a clean and professional manner
      • May assist in the pickup and delivery of equipment and parts to and from outside vendors and other United Rentals, Inc. locations
    • Maintain proper branch level inventories in conjunction with Branch Manager to ensure accuracy of needed parts using reference material as required through approved vendors
    • Helps Complete ride-alongs when drivers have Smart Drive infractions as well as retraining of repeat offenders
    • Active participation in one 5S quarterly assessment
    • Actively participates in safety huddles and documentation processes
    • Train Fence Drivers and Installation Associates on safety protocols and proper fence installation/removal techniques


    Requirements:
    • High School Diploma or equivalency
    • Manufacturer sponsored training a plus
    • Trade school training a plus
    • Active applicable state class driver's license
    • 3+ years of experience installing/removing temporary fence items
    • Mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools and machinery
    • Good leadership, teamwork and customer service skills
    • Good time management skills
    • Advanced knowledge of rental cycle
    • Working knowledge of reading site diagrams/topography maps
    • Assist peers in developing problem solving skills and may perform both Fence Driver I and II functions when necessary.
    • Activities requiring handling and grasping with the hands when performing repairs or maintenance of equipment by utilizing hand tools, power tools, air tools, nuts, bolts, electronic controls, and other small parts.
    • Frequent lifting up to 25 lbs., occasional lifting up to 45 lbs.
    • Ability to wear a respirator and/or hearing protection as required
    • Ability to bend, kneel, and work with arms raised for prolonged periods of time
    • Ability to walk and stand on concrete and uneven surfaces for at least 4 hours per day
    • Ability to climb over and into heavy equipment several times per day
    • Advanced knowledge and understanding of handheld and all technologies and processes associated
    • Advanced knowledge and basic repairs of bulk assets
    • Advanced knowledge and operation of multiple styles and types of vehicles within ROS
    • Diligent attention to safety


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

    Job Code = Shop Foreman - Mobile Storage

    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!

    The Mobile Storage Shop Foreman leads daily shop operations for mobile storage equipment by planning and directing technician workflow, overseeing advanced diagnostics and repairs, and ensuring safe, efficient use of people, equipment, and materials. This role may include other responsibilities and duties as assigned from time to time, based upon company needs.

    What you'll do:

    • Plan, coordinate, and oversee Fleet Technician workflow to maximize shop productivity, safety, and service levels.
    • Operations Coordination and Workflow Management
    • Plan, organize, and schedule Fleet Technician activities as needed
    • Delegate tasks and enforce safety procedures
    • Monitor employees and ensure that work is done correctly
    • Train and coach Fleet Technicians when necessary
    • Prioritize work order requests/items to maximize shop efficiency
    • Coordinate workflow and task sequencing to optimize productivity
    • Serve as liaison between Fleet Technicians and management
    • When necessary and without supervision, accurately order needed parts using reference material as required, including communication with all necessary vendors and suppliers
    • Perform and oversee advanced equipment repair and diagnostics at the branch and customer locations.
    • Using a high degree of independent judgement, responsible for the safe maintenance and repair of mobile storage equipment, including containers, ground-level offices, office trailers, and modular buildings at branch or customer locations
    • Ability to diagnose problems with all mobile storage equipment appropriately, utilizing schematics and diagnostic programs
    • Perform advanced, non-standard, and multi-trade troubleshooting, including HVAC, electrical, structural problems, complex leaks or damage
    • Complete complex repairs: remove, repair, and install floors, tiles, roofs, walls, framing, doors, windows, screens, caulking, painting, filters/dampers, replacing skin, trim
    • Maintain paperwork/electronic documentation of work performed (work orders) in a complete and timely manner on a daily basis
    • Record preventative and ready inspection completion in Rental Flow procedures utilizing work orders and required mobile applications
    • Document parts and labor accurately within the required mobile applications
    • Assist peers in developing diagnostic skills and may perform Fleet Technician functions when necessary
    • When required, travel to the customer site for repair/maintenance of mobile storage equipment
    • Maintain a service vehicle in a clean and professional manner
    • May assist in the pick up and delivery of equipment and parts to and from outside vendors and other United Rentals locations for purchase and/or repair


    Requirements:

    • High School diploma or equivalent
    • 5+ years of experience repairing/maintaining equipment and tools
    • Manufacturer-sponsored training a plus
    • Trade school training preferred
    • Active, applicable state-class driver's license
    • Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools
    • Good leadership, teamwork, and customer service skills
    • Advanced knowledge of the rental cycle
    • Working knowledge of company computer systems
    • Working knowledge of schematics and diagrams
    • Good time management skills
    • Advanced diagnostic and repair skills for a variety of systems
    • Knowledge of mobile storage equipment; manufacturers' warranty process; and work order/time spent accounting
    • Requires the ability to compile and communicate information accurately
    • Ability to coach and mentor Fleet Technicians on advanced technical skills


    For Safety Sensitive Roles:

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

    Job Code = Shop Foreman - Temp Structures

    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!

    The Shop Foreman - Temporary Structures is responsible for overseeing the daily warehouse workflow and ensuring that all materials, equipment, and structural components are prepared, staged, and ready for project deployment. This role provides direct leadership to warehouse personnel and serves as the primary link between Warehouse Operations and Field Installation Teams. The Shop Foreman is accountable for material readiness, inventory accuracy, safety compliance, and workflow efficiency to support installation schedules, inventory control, and operational objectives.

    What you'll do:

    • Coordinate daily warehouse activities to support project schedules
    • Oversee staging and preparation of outbound materials for installation projects
    • Verify accuracy and completeness of loads prior to shipment
    • Ensure all materials meet quality and readiness standards
    • Identify material shortages or damaged components prior to deployment
    • Maintain organized staging areas for upcoming projects
    • Quality Control for all materials, shipments, and warehouse functions
    • Safely operate forklifts, extended-reach forklifts, and other warehouse equipment
    • Ensure daily equipment inspections are completed
    • Coordinate maintenance or repair needs for warehouse equipment
    • Provide daily direction to Warehouse Associate I and II personnel
    • Assign tasks based on project priorities and workflow needs utilizing BOL's, Pull Sheets, and Webex communication
    • Support training and development of warehouse staff utilizing 5S processes
    • Monitor productivity and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently
    • Promote a culture of accountability and professionalism
    • Assist in maintaining accurate inventory counts of structure components and hardware
    • Conduct or support cycle counts and inventory audits
    • Identify discrepancies and communicate material shortages
    • Monitor material usage to support operational planning with leadership
    • Enforce company safety policies and PPE requirements
    • Identify and address unsafe behaviors or conditions
    • Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment
    • Support safety training and 5S initiatives as required


    Requirements:

    • High School diploma or equivalent
    • Active applicable state class driver's license
    • Forklift Certification
    • Demonstrated warehouse or industrial operations experience
    • Inventory management experience
    • Experience mentoring warehouse personnel
    • Extended-Reach Forklift Experience
    • Proficient in warehouse operating systems (Excel, Rental Man, Webex, IT resources)
    • Strong organizational and communication skills
    • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workflow
    • Commitment to safety and operational excellence


    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


    Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings

    For Canadian benefits, click here

    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 rewardingcareer.

    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.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBaton Rouge, LA
    IndustryRental Services
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Websitehttp://www.unitedrentals.com

    About Company

    Founded in 1997, United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in the world, with a store network nearly three times the size of any other provider, and locations in 49 states and 10 Canadian provinces. Building a better future is our commitment to the people and communities we serve. United Rentals, Inc. is the largest equipment rental company in the world. The company has an integrated network of 1,186 rental locations in North America and 11 in Europe. In North America, the company operates in 49 states and every Canadian province. The company’s approximately 18,500 employees serve construction and industrial customers, utilities, municipalities, homeowners and others. The company offers approximately 3,800 classes of equipment for rent with a total original cost of $14.18 billion. United Rentals is a member of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index, the Barron’s 400 Index and the Russell 3000 Index® and is headquartered in Stamford, Conn. Additional information about United Rentals is available at unitedrentals.com. Our Customers Our diverse customer base includes construction and industrial companies, utilities, municipalities, government agencies and independent contractors. Most of our customers align with three categories: approximately 50% are non-construction, such as industrial; 46% are non-residential construction; and 4% are residential. We provide every customer with access to the best people, equipment and solutions in the industry. Our Mission Deploy the best people, equipment and solutions to enable our customers to safely build a better and stronger future. Our Values Safety First Act, and require others to act, in a manner that puts the safety of our employees, customers and communities first. A Passion For People Build a diverse workplace that challenges all employees to grow professionally and embrace teamwork. Visible Leadership Lead by example in every business decision and action, with a sense of humility and responsibility. Customer-Driven Support the best interests of our customers and develop better ways for them to succeed at their jobs. Absolute Integrity Always do the right thing, honor commitments and ensure appropriate corporate governance. Community-Minded Be an outstanding corporate citizen and a good neighbor in every sense by being helpful, respectful, law-abiding and friendly. Continuous Innovation Contribute to a culture of innovative thinking that empowers employees to improve quality, efficiency and customer service. Sustainability Engage in practices that lead to positive change by encouraging social accountability and environmental responsibility.

    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Car Rentalsunmatched
    • Coachingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Systemsunmatched
    • Concreteunmatched
    • Construction Equipmentunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
    • Equipment Rentalsunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Fleet Managementunmatched
    • Forkliftunmatched
    • HVACunmatched
    • Hand Toolsunmatched
    • Hardware Componentsunmatched
    • Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Inventory Cycle Countsunmatched
    • Inventory Levelsunmatched
    • Inventory Managementunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lift/Move 25 Poundsunmatched
    • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
    • Machine Toolunmatched
    • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
    • Materials Trackingunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Mobile Devicesunmatched
    • Mobile Plant/Equipmentunmatched
    • On Site Supportunmatched
    • Operating Systemsunmatched
    • Operational Controlunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Operationsunmatched
    • Operations Planningunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Procedure Implementationunmatched
    • Productivity Managementunmatched
    • Project Scheduleunmatched
    • Property Rentalsunmatched
    • Pumpsunmatched
    • Quality Controlunmatched
    • Rentalsunmatched
    • Safety Complianceunmatched
    • Safety Equipmentunmatched
    • Safety Processunmatched
    • Safety Trainingunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Schedule Developmentunmatched
    • Schematicsunmatched
    • Staff Developmentunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Topographyunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Vehicle Fleetsunmatched
    • Warehouse Coordinationunmatched
    • Warehousingunmatched
    • WebExunmatched
    • Weldingunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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