Manager in Training

Company: United Rentals
Location: Romulus
Posted on: May 31, 2025

Job Description:

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.

If you would like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!

As a Manager in Training at United Rentals, you will be assigned to a branch or multiple branches and will learn all aspects of branch operations and business planning. You'll gain exposure to all day-to-day activities of the branch that are designed to maximize branch performance and profitability. Upon completion of the on-the-job and formal training you will relocate (with assistance) to an available branch management position within the assigned district or region.

Sound challenging and fun? Consider getting on the management track at United Rentals, the largest equipment rental company in the world. We'll provide the tools, the technology and the support you need to do the job right.

What you'll do:

• Exposure to all areas of business operation such as customer service, sales and marketing, management and human resources
• Demonstrate superior customer service skills
• Assist the Branch Manager in the preparation of monthly profit and loss statements and yearly budgets
• Learn to utilize internal reporting tools to optimize branch financial performance
• Coordinate activities between branch departments to optimize productivity
• Manage personnel matters as directed by Management
• Supervise facility inspection, inventory and fleet maintenance for rental ready status
• Ensure workplace safety by supporting the Branch Manager in overseeing safety matters and compliance audits including: personnel safety training, OSHA compliance, DOT regulation and manage drug and alcohol testing
• Other duties assigned as needed
  
  Requirements:
  
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Ability to relocate, you will be expected to relocate (with assistance) to an available branch management position within the assigned district or region
  • 3-5 years business management experience
  • P&L management experience
  • Proficient computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office
  • Superior customer service skills
  • Effective leadership, motivational, organizational and communication skills
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
    
    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 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
    • 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
      
      Learn more about our full US 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, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

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