United Rentals

Engineering Shoring Advisor

United Rentals • $69K — $99K *
Oakville, ON L6H 0A5In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in shoring or onsite safety consulting.
  • Strong customer service and influencing skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of OSHA or Canadian safety regulations.
  • Technical proficiency in underground construction and trench safety equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret job plans and schematics.
  • Team-oriented mindset with independent working capabilities.
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel 75% of the time.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct pre-implementation planning and customer preparedness calls.
  • Advise customers on resource planning and job scheduling.
  • Act as an advocate for on-job safety.
  • Assess job site conditions and identify obstructions.
  • Provide clarity on tasks and roles through the Plan of the Day (POD).
  • Ensure strict adherence to engineered designs during system implementation.
  • Offer guidance to enhance job workflow efficiency.
  • Direct placement of engineered system components during installation.
  • Facilitate removal processes to minimize product damage.
  • Guide post-job equipment staging for efficient return hauling.
  • Educate customers about engineered systems with demonstrations and training.
  • Train personnel on handling equipment defects and repairs.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within the shoring advisor team.
  • Manage travel planning and expenses responsibly.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to travel 75% of the time and engage in diverse work environments.
  • Participation in continuous improvement initiatives for customer experience.
  • Engagement with a team of skilled professionals in a leading company.
  • Hands-on training and development in advanced engineering practices.
Full Job Description

As an Engineering Shoring Advisor, you will provide onsite consulting and solutions for the district and region during the installation of engineered systems. Shoring Advisors are highly trained, skilled, and uniquely qualified to provide guidance on efficient engineered system implementation and job site safety. Each job is different, and the Shoring Advisors interaction changes based on the situation. 

What you'll do:

  • Pre-implementation planning and customer preparedness calls

  • Advise customer on resource planning and job schedule

  • On-job safety advocate

  • Job site conditions and obstruction awareness

  • Plan of the Day (POD) providing clarity for tasks and roles

  • Implement the system strictly adhering to the engineered design

  • Provide implementation guidance to safely maximize job work-flow efficiency

  • Direct engineered systems components to their proper placement during the install process

  • Provide removal guidance to support ease and minimize product damage

  • Post job equipment staging guidance to maximize return hauling

  • Educate customer on engineered systems through demonstration and training

  • Educate UR personnel on equipment defects and proper repair procedures

  • Active in the Engineered Systems Hubs ensuring product quality and rent ready condition

  • Participate on the shoring advisor team to continuously improve processes and the customer experience

  • Travel planning and responsible expense management

Requirements:

  • Strong customer service skills

  • Ability to convince and/or influence customers

  • Knowledge of OSHA and/or Canadian safe working practices and regulatory requirements

  • Strong technical, analytical, and numeric skills

  • Working knowledge of underground construction and trench safety equipment

  • Able to read job plans, schematics, and diagrams

  • Teamwork oriented and willing to pitch in where needed

  • Work independently with little supervision, and under moderately ambiguous circumstances’

  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and the ability to travel 75% 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, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

Compensation Range:

$33.30 - $47.95

About United Rentals

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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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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.

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Learn more about United Rentals
Size
20,400 employees
Market Cap
$24.5 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$890 million
Founded
1997
5 Year Trend
+11%
Revenue
$8.5 billion
NASDAQ
URI
* Ladders Estimates

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