Safety Assistant

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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!

The Safety Assistant - Matting Solutions is responsible for assisting the Region Safety Manager by assuring all aspects of the fleet are operating safely and consistently with DOT/FMCSA. This position provides administrative support to the Field Safety team. In this role the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the administration and implementation of moderate to complex safety and DOT (Department of Transportation) compliance programs, policies and processes. The goal of this team is to achieve a workplace free of injuries, ensure regulatory compliance, and prevent vehicle accidents.

What you’ll do:

Manage all aspects of driver hours of service records by following DOT requirements

Audit driver e-logs daily for accuracy and compliance, including violation reports

Manage all aspects of tractor and trailer inspection records by DOT requirements (DVIRS)

Coordinate ongoing employee safety training

Participate in new employee training, orientation and onboarding processes

Ensure proper documentation of inspection, write up, vehicle inspection, work order, and re-training as required by policy or regulation

Assist with insurance claim administration

DOT and Non-DOT drug/alcohol program administration

Maintain active driver files

Perform Clearinghouse reporting and management

Support the development and implementation of written programs that assure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and all other pertinent Federal/State/Local regulations, contract requirements, and internal policy

Requirements:

Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of training and experience

1-2 years’ experience in Safety and DOT Compliance

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions, to prioritize and work in a multitasked environment

Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and safety hazards of construction projects is a plus

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Effective in a variety of formal presentation settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, with peers, direct reports, and bosses

Create unity and support the productivity of the team

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, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.