Job Summary

Herc Rentals is seeking a skilled Mechanic A to lead fleet maintenance operations and ensure the company's equipment is in top condition. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing and repairing equipment, and mentoring junior mechanics.

Key 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

• Ability to understand detailed technical schematics, owner manuals, and product warning labels
• 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
• 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
• 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 levels of the company
• Works and communicates effectively with all employees of the branch
• Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and efficiently
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently
• Interpersonal skills
• Teamwork
• Listening skills
• Dependability
• Computer skills to support entering information into systems