Parts Specialist

Branch 896 Plainfield, NJ · On-site$24 – $36

About this role

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 Parts Specialist at United Rentals, you will be responsible for supporting the parts department, including the maintenance of sufficient inventory levels to meet projected parts needs of customers and the branch’s service department.

What you'll do:

  • Purchase parts from manufacturers and suppliers; acquire parts from other branches as-needed to maintain and replenish inventory

  • Process external and internal parts orders by completing invoices, updating inventory records, verifying customer credit and shipping parts as needed

  • Advise Management on parts activities, future trends and matters which affect the efficiency of the department regarding customer relations

  • Maintain current parts manuals, catalogs, literature and price lists for all equipment sold by the company

  • Other duties assigned as needed

Requirements:

  • High School diploma or equivalent

  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

  • 2+ years of retail exposure

  • Heavy equipment knowledge is preferred

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to use technology tools to increase performance efficiency

  • Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills

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

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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.

Compensation Range:

$24.05 - $36.05

Company at a glance

United Rentals is the world’s largest equipment rental company, helping customers safely build, maintain and respond across construction, industrial, utilities, infrastructure and emergency response projects.

With the industry’s largest fleet and more than 25 years of operational experience, we combine scale, expertise and digital innovation to keep worksites moving safely and efficiently. Our solutions extend beyond equipment to include specialty rentals, safety services and connected jobsite technologies that help customers manage complexity, improve productivity and make more informed decisions.

By bringing together equipment, data and field expertise, United Rentals helps customers create more connected, intelligent worksites, improving safety, visibility and performance across the jobsite.

We go beyond equipment. We are the world’s largest fleet of problem solvers, with best-in-class specialty solutions, safety training and 24/7 support to empower your success.

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Founded1997
Team Size10,001+ employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryConstruction
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States

Top Benefits

  • Paid Parental Leave
  • United Compassion Fund
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Career Development
  • Promotional Opportunities
  • Additional Vacation Buy Up Program
  • Early Wage Access
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Health Plans
  • Financial Plans

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