Field Service Technician

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!

About Us

United Rentals is the world’s largest equipment rental company, operating over 1,600 locations across Australia, New Zealand, North America and Europe. We offer a full range of rental solutions delivering general equipment, shipping containers, trench safety, propping, pumps, and access equipment—backed by quality products, exceptional service, and a team you can rely on.

About the Role

We're looking for a hands-on Field Service Technician who enjoys solving problems, working independently and keeping equipment operating safely and reliably on customer sites. Working across major construction, civil and infrastructure projects, you'll inspect, service, diagnose and repair a diverse range of specialist hire equipment in the field. If you enjoy variety, autonomy and getting out on site, this is the role for you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Travelling to customer sites to inspect, service and repair specialist hire equipment.
• Diagnosing and repairing hydraulic, mechanical and diesel-powered systems in the field.
• Servicing lifting chains, confined space equipment, hydraulic shoring, propping systems and excavator attachments.
• Responding to breakdowns and carrying out fault finding and corrective maintenance.
• Performing preventative maintenance and safety inspections on customer sites.
• Testing equipment to ensure it meets safety and operational standards.
• Completing service records, inspection reports and maintenance documentation accurately.
• Managing vehicle stock, tools and spare parts required for field service activities.
• Building strong relationships with customers and providing responsive on-site support.
• Maintaining a safe, professional and organised work environment while representing the business on site.

What We’re Looking For

We're looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, working with their hands, and being part of a team that values quality workmanship. You'll ideally bring:

• Experience servicing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, diesel or industrial equipment.
• Current driver's licence.
• Trade qualification in Mechanical, Diesel Fitting, Auto-Electrical, Hydraulics or a related discipline.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage field service activities effectively.
• A strong customer focus and professional communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and attention to detail.
• A reliable work ethic and pride in delivering quality work.
• Physical fitness to perform field-based service and maintenance activities.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites and work across a variety of project environments.

Benefits

• Income Protection Insurance – Peace of mind for you and your family.
• Employee Resource Groups – Supporting belonging, inclusion, and meaningful impact.
• Work-Life Balance & Perks – Support real balance with perks like wellness days to recharge, study leave for your development, and community service leave to give back.
• We invest in your career growth with financial support for study, professional industry memberships, and strong pathways for internal advancement.
• We support your health and wellbeing with access to AIA Vitality, Embrace and Teladoc services, plus our Employee & Family Assistance Program for confidential care whenever you need it.

United Rentals help connect communities, shape our cities, create possibilities, and provide product solutions as unique as our customers; so why wouldn’t you want to make a difference by building your career with a global leader in equipment rental.

At United Rentals, we proudly welcome applications from current and former Defence Force members, reservists, and their families.

How to Apply

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory drug and alcohol screening and national police check.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Click Apply now and submit your application online today.