Herc Rentals Inc

Mechanic Trainee


PayCompetitive
LocationFrench Camp/California
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 57740

      Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with trailing twelve month total revenues of nearly $2.7 billion as of June 30, 2023. 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 373 locations and has approximately 6,900 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

      Req #: 57740

      Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.

      Keeping you healthy

      Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

      Life and disability insurance

      Flex spending and health savings accounts

      Virtual Health Visits

      24 Hour Nurse Line

      Healthy Pregnancy Program

      Tobacco Cessation Program

      Weight Loss Program

      Building Your Financial Future

      401(k) plan with company match

      Employee Stock Purchase Program

      Life & Work Harmony

      Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)

      Paid parental leave.

      Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves

      Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

      Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program

      Tuition Reimbursement Program

      Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

      Protecting You & Your Family

      Company Paid Life Insurance

      Supplemental Life Insurance

      Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

      Company Paid Disability Insurance

      Supplemental Disability Insurance

      Group Legal Plan

      Critical Illness Insurance

      Accident Insurance

      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.

  • About the company

      Herc Rentals Inc. (NYSE: HRI) has been a leader in the equipment rental business for more than 50 years. With more than 5,000 employees and 270 company-operated branches primarily in North America, Herc Rentals’ ability to meet its customers’ equipment needs safely, efficiently, and effectively is unrivaled.
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