United Academy TrainerUnited Rentals
Job Summary
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!
The United Academy Trainer is responsible for delivering world-class safety and equipment operator training programs to internal and external customers while supporting the growth and profitability of United Academy. This role serves as a subject matter expert in equipment operation, safety compliance, adult learning, and customer training solutions.
The Trainer partners closely with Sales, Operations, and Customers to identify training needs, develop customized training programs, drive training revenue, and ensure regulatory compliance. Through instructor-led training, practical evaluations, Train-the-Trainer programs, and digital learning solutions, the Trainer helps customers improve safety performance, operator competency, and workforce development.
What you’ll do:
Customer Training & Revenue Generation:
Deliver instructor-led safety and equipment operator training programs for customers and United Rentals employees
Conduct practical evaluations, Train-the-Trainer programs, and Certified Evaluator certifications
Utilize digital learning platforms, mobile applications, simulators, and blended learning solutions to enhance the learning experience
Adapt training delivery methods to meet customer operational needs while maintaining compliance and quality standards
Serve as a subject matter expert on equipment operation, safety requirements, and workforce development
Business Development & Sales Support:
Partner with Sales, Operations, and local branch teams to identify training opportunities and support revenue growth
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, branch personnel, and regional stakeholders
Participate in customer meetings, site visits, training consultations, and proposal development
Promote the value of safety training, eLearning, Certified Evaluator programs, and workforce development solutions
Communicate training schedules, customer opportunities, and market intelligence to local and regional teams
Documentation, Credentials & Digital Compliance:
Maintain accurate and timely training records, practical evaluations, certifications, and customer documentation
Utilize company-approved digital platforms, Learning Management Systems (LMS), Salesforce, and mobile technologies to manage training activities
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and training standards
Maintain instructor certifications, equipment qualifications, and professional credentials required to perform assigned duties
Support quality assurance initiatives, audits, reporting requirements, and continuous improvement efforts
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree or a combination of college and related work experience
In select markets, bilingual (Spanish) may be required or preferred
Minimum 3 years of experience delivering equipment operator, safety, industrial, or workforce development training programs
Experience conducting practical evaluations, Train-the-Trainer programs, or competency Assessments preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, CSA, MSHA, and other applicable safety regulations and industry standards preferred
Experience operating and/or training on construction, industrial, material handling, or aerial equipment preferred
Proven ability to build customer relationships, identify training opportunities, and support business development initiatives
Experience collaborating with Sales, Operations, and cross-functional teams to develop customer-focused training solutions
Strong facilitation, presentation, coaching, and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences
Experience utilizing Learning Management Systems (LMS), CRM platforms (Salesforce preferred), mobile applications, and digital documentation tools
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and adapt to changing customer and business needs
Basic skills in Microsoft Office; Knowledge of Saleforce.com preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Valid driver’s license is required
Travel approximately 70% of the time
This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.
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.
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 (http://jobs.unitedrentals.com/creative/culture)
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 (https://jobs.unitedrentals.com/about-us/inclusion)
Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings (http://unitedrentalsbenefits.com/)
For Canadian benefits, click here (https://unitedrentalsbenefitscanada.com/)
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.
