United Rentals Recognized for Achievements in Veteran Hiring and Career Development
November 14 2023 - 8:15AM
Business Wire
United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI), the world's largest equipment
rental company, today announced it is the proud recipient of the
following three awards: 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award, 2024
Military Friendly® Employer, Gold and 2023 Military Times Best for
Vets.
United Rentals has a long-standing commitment to supporting
veterans in their transition into the workforce. A significant
portion of the United Rentals team has a military background and
the company remains focused on hiring, retaining and advancing the
careers of veterans.
"United Rentals has a strong focus on veterans because we
believe individuals with military backgrounds align with our
company’s values of strong leadership, teamwork, discipline,
diversity and work ethic," said Craig Pintoff, executive vice
president and chief administrative officer, United Rentals. "These
awards reflect our ongoing commitment to helping veterans make
their careers at United Rentals and to joining us in working with
our customers to build a better future."
The 2023 recognition includes:
- 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the U.S. Department
of Labor for the company's initiatives in recruiting, employing and
retaining veterans. United Rentals met award criteria and
"demonstrated both patriotism and recognition of values veterans
bring to the workplace," according to the Department of Labor.
- 2024 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold, is designated
for employers setting an example with military and veteran programs
and initiatives. Companies are assessed on various criteria such as
veteran hiring, retention and career advancement. The Military
Friendly program, operated by VIQTORY, creates civilian
opportunities for veterans.
- 2023 Military Times Best For Vets highlights efforts to
recruit, retain and develop current and former service members and
support military spouses and caregivers. To determine award
winners, Military Times evaluates companies in the areas of most
significant importance.
Veterans Career Opportunities at United Rentals
The company offers a range of roles that are a strong fit for
the skills veterans have gained through their service. To learn
about placement, transition and career development opportunities at
United Rentals for active duty members, veterans, reservists and
family members, go to the United Rentals Careers military
webpage.
About United Rentals
United Rentals, Inc. is the largest equipment rental company in
the world. The company has an integrated network of 1,500 rental
locations in North America, 15 in Europe, 23 in Australia and 19 in
New Zealand. In North America, the company operates in 49 states
and every Canadian province. The company’s approximately 25,900
employees serve construction and industrial customers, utilities,
municipalities, homeowners and others. The company offers
approximately 4,800 classes of equipment for rent with a total
original cost of $20.98 billion. United Rentals is a member of the
Standard & Poor’s 500 Index, the Barron’s 400 Index and the
Russell 3000 Index® and is headquartered in Stamford, Conn.
Additional information about United Rentals is available at
unitedrentals.com.
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