United Rentals reviews

4.1

85% would recommend to a friend

(2,447 total reviews)
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Matthew Flannery

93% approve of CEO

79% positive business outlook

United Rentals has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 2,447 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The United Rentals employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

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2K reviews
4.0
Feb 4, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Supportive colleagues who make me laugh and smile Work in an area that interests me and inspires me to learn Believe my work has an impact on the company as a whole Company's values align with my own

Cons

Sometimes frustrating dealing with the outside sales reps

5.0
Feb 3, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Employee-Centric Culture – United Rentals truly prioritizes its employees. Leadership invests in training, safety, and career development, and there's a strong sense of teamwork across the organization. Job Stability & Growth Opportunities – The company is financially strong and continues to expand. If you put in the effort, there are clear career paths, and internal promotions are encouraged. Strong Safety Culture – Safety isn’t just a corporate buzzword here—it’s ingrained in the culture, and leadership takes it seriously. Employees feel supported in making safe decisions.

Cons

Work-Life Balance Can Be Challenging – It’s a fast-paced industry, and depending on your role, the workload can be intense. High expectations and customer demands sometimes require long hours, especially in leadership roles. Growing Pains in Some Areas – The company is always evolving, which is great, but sometimes new processes or systems can be rolled out without enough field input, causing operational hiccups. Heavy Emphasis on Metrics – While accountability is key, the company is very data-driven, and at times, the pressure to hit specific numbers can take focus away from long-term relationship-building.

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