United Rentals

Branch Manager

United Rentals$80K — $95K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 5+ years of business management experience with profit and loss responsibility
  • Understanding of business accounting principles and budget preparation
  • Strong sales and customer service background; outside sales preferred
  • Effective leadership, organizational and communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Knowledge of equipment rental industry preferred
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

  • Manage overall branch operations for safety and profitability
  • Oversee sales efforts and marketing initiatives
  • Prepare financial and operational reports
  • Handle personnel matters and team management
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations
  • Perform other assigned duties as needed

Benefits

  • 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 culture
Full Job Description
As Branch Manager at United Rentals, you9ll be the leader of a major business enterprise. You9ll have the opportunity to hire and motivate an amazing team in various roles, from sales and service to maintenance and drivers. You9ll ensure enthusiastic and informed customer service. And you will build a profitable location with your business and management skills, ambition and competitive spirit.

Sound challenging and fun? We9ll provide the tools, the technology and the support you need to do the job right. You9ll be proud of your employees, your branch and the work we all do in providing the equipment that helps build our communities.

What you9ll do:
  • Manage overall branch operations to ensure safety, productivity, customer service and profitability
  • Oversee sales efforts and business initiatives
  • Prepare reports, including profit and loss statements, monthly operating reviews, yearly budgets and other reports detailing operational status
  • Manage personnel matters
  • Oversee all safety matters, including audits, safety training, OSHA compliance, DOT regulations and drug and alcohol testing
  • Other duties assigned as needed


Requirements:
  • Bachelor9s Degree preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of successful business management experience with profit and loss responsibility at a branch or other individual profit center
  • An understanding of business accounting principles and budget preparation
  • Strong sales and customer service experience, outside sales experience preferred
  • Effective leadership, motivational, organizational and communication skills
  • Proficient computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office
  • Knowledge and experience in the equipment rental industry preferred
  • Valid driver9s license with acceptable driving record


This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals9 policies and procedures.

Directeur de succursale - Branch - 1E0120

Le directeur de succursale relève du directeur de district et est responsable des activitE9s quotidiennes d9un centre de profit consacrE9 E0 la satisfaction des besoins en location d9E9quipement et en approvisionnement des entrepreneurs, des entreprises industrielles et commerciales ainsi que des propriE9taires.

Description de l9emploi:

C0 titre de directeur de succursale chez United Rentals, vous dirigerez une entreprise majeure. Vous aurez la possibilitE9 d9engager et de motiver les membres d9une E9quipe incroyable occupant divers postes aux ventes, services clients, E0 la maintenance et au transport. Vous veillerez E0 ce que les clients obtiennent un service courtois et des rE9ponses justes et informE9es. De plus, vous dE9velopperez une succursale rentable grE2ce E0 votre ambition, votre esprit compE9titif et vos compE9tences en matiE8re de gestion des affaires.

Ce dE9fi vous intE9resse? Vous pourriez faire partie de la direction chez United Rentals, la plus importante sociE9tE9 de location d9E9quipement au monde. Nous vous fournirons les outils, la technologie et le soutien dont vous avez besoin pour bien faire votre travail. Vous serez fier de vos employE9s, de votre succursale et du travail auquel nous participons tous pour fournir l9E9quipement qui contribue E0 bE2tir nos communautE9s.

Voici d9ailleurs quelques-unes des tE2ches additionnelles :
  • GE9rer l9ensemble des activitE9s de la succursale afin de garantir la sE9curitE9, la productivitE9 et la rentabilitE9 de celle-ci ainsi qu9un bon service E0 la clientE8le
  • Superviser les efforts de ventes et les initiatives commerciales
  • RE9diger et prE9senter des rapports, y compris des E9tats des rE9sultats, des E9valuations mensuelles des procE9dE9s, des budgets annuels et d9autres rapports dE9taillant la situation opE9rationnelle
  • GE9rer les questions de votre E9quipe.
  • Superviser toutes les questions relatives E0 la sE9curitE9, dont les audits, les formations de sE9curitE9, la conformitE9 avec les rE8gles en vigueur, les rE8glements du transport et les tests de dE9pistage de drogue ou d9alcool
  • RE9aliser les autres tE2ches demandE9es en fonction des besoins.


Exigences du poste:
  • Un baccalaurE9at est un atout
  • Au moins cinq ans d9expE9rience concluante en gestion d9entreprise avec responsabilitE9 des rE9sultats dans une succursale ou dans un autre centre de profit individuel
  • Une comprE9hension des principes de la comptabilitE9 commerciale et de la prE9paration de budgets
  • Une expE9rience solide en vente et en service E0 la clientE8le est requise, de prE9fE9rence en vente externe.
  • Des aptitudes efficaces en matiE8re de leadership, de motivation, d9organisation et de communication
  • D9excellentes compE9tences en informatique et de l9expE9rience avec Microsoft Office
  • Des connaissances et de l9expE9rience dans le domaine de la location d9E9quipements sont un atout
  • Un permis de conduire valide assorti d9un dossier de conduite acceptable.


Job Code = Branch Manager IV-Power/HVAC - 1E0120-007

As Branch Manager in the Power/HVAC Division of United Rentals, you9ll be the leader of a major business enterprise. You9ll have the opportunity to hire and motivate an amazing team in various roles, from sales and service to maintenance and drivers. You9ll ensure enthusiastic and informed customer service. And you will build a profitable location with your business and management skills, ambition and competitive spirit.

Sound challenging and fun? We9ll provide the tools, the technology and the support you need to do the job right. You9ll be proud of your employees, your branch and the work we all do in providing the equipment that helps build our communities.

What you9ll do:
  • Manage overall branch operations to ensure safety, productivity, customer service and profitability
  • Oversee sales efforts and business initiatives
  • Prepare reports, including profit and loss statements, monthly operating reviews, yearly budgets and other reports detailing operational status
  • Manage personnel matters
  • Oversee all safety matters, including audits, safety training, OSHA compliance, DOT regulations and drug and alcohol testing
  • Other duties assigned as needed


Requirements:
  • Bachelor9s Degree preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of successful business management experience with profit and loss responsibility at a branch or other individual profit center
  • An understanding of business accounting principles and budget preparation
  • Strong sales and customer service experience, outside sales experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, diesel, pneumatic and other systems
  • Effective leadership, motivational, organizational and communication skills
  • Proficient computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office
  • Knowledge and experience in the equipment rental industry preferred
  • Valid driver9s license with acceptable driving record


This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals9 policies and procedures.

Why join us?

We don9t just 49talk the talk!4 We9re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That9s 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


Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings

For Canadian benefits, click here

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.

About United Rentals

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Join the dynamic team at United Rentals, the largest equipment rental company in the world, and be part of a community that thrives on innovation, leadership, and diversity. At United Rentals, we offer unparalleled job opportunities and a culture that fosters growth and professional development.

Work You’ll Do

At United Rentals, you’ll engage in meaningful work that directly impacts our success and propels your career forward. You will be part of a team that is committed to excellence and leadership in the industry. Our employees are equipped with top-tier tools and technology, allowing them to deliver best-in-class service.

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Whether you’re looking for a position in management, sales, operations, or customer service, United Rentals provides a breadth of opportunities to advance your career. Our robust employment process ensures that we match the right skills with the right roles, ensuring success for both our employees and our company.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with United Rentals through our internship programs. These opportunities are designed to give you hands-on experience and insights into the day-to-day operations of the world’s leader in equipment rental. Interns at United Rentals gain invaluable skills, work on challenging projects, and learn from leaders in the industry.

Benefits and Culture

United Rentals is committed to the growth and well-being of our team members. We offer competitive benefits packages that support the health, happiness, and security of our employees and their families. Our culture is one of inclusivity and innovation, where every team member’s contribution is valued and diversity is celebrated.

Professional Development and Training

Invest in your future with United Rentals’ leadership and diversity training programs. Our commitment to your professional development is demonstrated through continuous learning opportunities, including workshops, seminars, and networking events. These resources are designed to enhance your capabilities and prepare you for future leadership roles within the company.

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Learn more about United Rentals
Size
20,400 employees
Market Cap
$24.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$890 million
Founded
1997
5 Year Trend
+11%
Revenue
$8.5 billion
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