Overview
Herc Rentals is a leading equipment rental supplier in North America, seeking a Mechanic A to lead fleet maintenance operations at their South Houston branch. The Mechanic A will utilize their expertise to ensure equipment is ready for rental through effective maintenance programs.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a consistent schedule for preventative maintenance of all Herc owned fleet at the branch.
- Operate and test equipment to ensure it meets 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.
- Conduct major repairs using diagnostic tools, hand tools, and measuring instruments independently.
- Perform oil changes, lubrication, 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 the fleet management system.
- Recondition and replace assorted parts of the heavy equipment.
- Diagnose problem areas for significant wear or tear on the equipment.
- Take service calls when shop lead is absent and dispatch Field Service Mechanic.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Produce timely and detailed service reports and repair logs.
- Assist in training 'C' and 'B' Mechanics while taking direction from the shop lead.
- Follow all company 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 a sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO
- 401k