Job Description

Overview

Herc Rentals is seeking a Mechanic A who will take on a leadership role in maintaining the quality and standards of equipment within the branch. The position focuses on fleet maintenance operations to ensure equipment is ready for rental, leveraging mechanical expertise and mentoring lower-level mechanics.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain 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 independently.
  • Diagnose internal combustion engines, DC electrical systems, propane systems, hydraulics, and fuel systems.
  • Perform major repairs to maintain fleet equipment using diagnostic tools, hand tools, and measuring instruments independently.
  • Conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services.
  • Assist shop lead with customer damage estimates and repairs.
  • Enter and review work orders and complete part ordering via fleet management system.
  • Recondition and replace assorted parts of the heavy equipment.
  • Diagnose problem areas for any significant wear or tear on the equipment.
  • Take service calls when shop lead is absent and dispatch Field Service Mechanic to ensure repairs are completed in a timely and efficient fashion.
  • Maintain work area in a clean and organized manner.
  • Produce timely and detailed service reports and repair log.
  • Assist in training 'C' and 'B' Mechanics while taking direction from the shop lead.
  • Follow all company’s filed procedures and protocols.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • H.S. Diploma or equivalent.
  • 3 years of experience repairing heavy equipment.
  • Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs.
  • Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and services.
  • Ability to understand detailed technical schematics, owner manuals, and product warning labels.
  • Ability to operate and test equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, portable and stationary generators, hydraulics, pumps and assorted tools and equipment.
  • Ability to drive/operate multiple types of vehicles and equipment.
  • Ability to follow up with customers in a timely manner.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Solid written and verbal communication skills and basic computer operations skills.
  • Solid and proven computer skill set to enter work orders.
  • Understanding the importance of time management.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k
  • PTO

Additional Information

  • Mon - Fri Schedule
  • Weekly Pay / Full Benefits

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401k
PTO