Paint Prepper

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 Paint Prepper, you will be responsible for the preparation of paints and materials to be utilized by employees in the Painter and/or Sr Painter role.What you’ll do:

Lead/Sr Painter assigns units to Preppers (Prepper jots the unit # and serial # in a notepad)

1:1 with Sr. Painter regarding responsibilities and ensure they are properly equipped

Bleed out air compressor to assure there is no moisture and let compressor continue to run to build up air

Lubricate all air tools

Set-up working area with assigned tools: DA Sander, Angle Grinder, Decal Eraser, Air Gun, Tack Rags, Degreaser, Tape

Inspect particle respirator

Remove decals and adhesive with decal eraser

Scuff paint with DA, sand to metal in areas with rust or when body work is necessary (final sand should be no less than 180 grit sandpaper)

Carefully blow the unit to remove dust and debris and clean unit with degreaser and tack cloth

Tape/masking for paint and pick up tape/decals stuck to the floor and sweep

Inspect work area to assure that the prep bay is left the same before the paint process

Other duties assigned as needed

Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent

0-2 years of experience

Occasional working at heights above 10 feet

Ability to wear a respirator and/or hearing protection as required

Ability to bend, kneel and work with arms raised for prolonged period of time

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies andproceduresWhy join us?We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) 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 (http://jobs.unitedrentals.com/creative/culture)

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 (http://jobs.unitedrentals.com/creative/diversity)

Learn more about our full US benefit offerings (http://unitedrentalsbenefits.com/) here.Mutual respect for the dignity and fundamental rights of all persons defines our culture. 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, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.