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General Laborer

United Rentals, Inc., Fort Myers, FL, United States


The Equipment Associate (Matting Solutions) will be responsible for all labor tasks associated with our service capabilities. Formerly YAK ACCESS, Matting Solutions is now part of the United Rentals Team and is one of North America’s leading providers of right-of-way access solutions. From pipelines to power lines to civil projects, we offer unmatched expertise in total access planning, clearing, site work and restoration services.

What you’ll do:

Install erosion and sediment control devices

Drive wood stakes into the ground with sledgehammers

Apply grass seed, fertilizer and lime to work areas; apply straw blanket and straw to restored ground areas

Clean track equipment, sweep and shovel mud and debris off of construction roads and right-of-way accesses

Install T-post and safety fencing

Install geo-textile fabric below aggregate installations

Load and unload construction material and tools

Spot heavy equipment while in operation

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent, ability to read and write fluently (English)

Valid driver’s license

1+ year(s) of experience in construction and knowledge of safety hazards of construction projects

Excellent physical stamina: strength, balance, mobility, dexterity and lifting heavy equipment

Frequent use of hand tools: power tools, chop saws, grinders and others

Skill in reading and interpreting Access and Construction Plans (preferred)

Travel out of town during the week or weekends, extensive overtime

Benefits

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

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.

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