Mechanic C

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with trailing twelve month total revenues of nearly $3.3 billion as of March 31, 2024. Herc Rentals’ parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol “HRI.” Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 412 locations and has approximately 7,600 employees in North America.

Short Description

As a Mechanic C, you are an entry level technician and will assume a role of familiarizing yourself with product knowledge and standards of quality within the branch. Mechanic C’s will learn the standard operating procedures at the branch, region, and national level to grow their career to higher leveled mechanics. The primary focus of a Herc Rentals Mechanic C is to utilize their mechanical training to contribute to fleet maintenance operations needed to keep Herc Rentals equipment on the rental “ready line”. This goal can be achieved safely and professionally through an effective preventative and corrective maintenance program

Responsibilities

Follow a consistent schedule of performing preventative maintenance of all Herc owned fleet at your branch

Operate and test equipment to ensure it passes Herc Rentals quality and efficiency standards

Perform routine maintenance and repairs on all Herc fleet equipment and trucks under direct supervision

Diagnose small tools and light rental equipment with assistance from senior mechanics

Perform major repairs to maintain fleet equipment using diagnostic tools, hand tools, and measuring instruments under direct supervision

Conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services

Enter work orders and complete part ordering via fleet management system

Assist in reconditioning and replacing assorted parts of the heavy equipment

Learn what is covered and not covered by warranties

Maintain work area in a clean and organized manner

Produce timely and detailed service reports and repair logs

Follow all company’s filed procedures and protocols

Perform additional duties as assigned

Professional Experience

Some knowledge in electrical and hydraulic systems and willing to learn how to read schematics

Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and services

Ability to operate and test equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, portable and stationary generators, hydraulics, pumps and assorted tools and equipment

Computer skills to support entering information into systems

Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Listening skills

Dependability

Educational Background

H.S. Diploma or equivalent

Skills

Ability to drive/operate multiple types of vehicles and equipment

Ability to follow up with customers in a timely manner

Ability to handle assorted tools properly and safely

Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and efficiently

Must possess solid written and verbal communication skills and be able to perform basic computer operations such as opening and closing work orders

Solid and proven computer skill set to enter work orders

Understanding the importance of time management

Works and communicates effectively with all employees of the branch

Works and communicates effectively with all levels of the company

Compensation Data

$22/hour to $26/hour DOE

Req #: 58773

Our long-term strategy underscores the understanding that our success depends on the dedication and capability of our team members. We are focused on attracting, retaining and empowering talented and dedicated people to build the best team in the equipment rental industry. We also seek to build a team that reflects the variety of people, cultures and communities we interact with every day and to create an inclusive, productive environment in which all team members feel valued and respected.

Herc Rentals provides an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes a competitive salary, retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical, dental, vision care, life insurance coverage, paid vacation and holidays.

Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.