Lead Mechanic

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 The purpose of the Lead Mechanic position within Herc Rentals is to utilize his/her mechanical expertise to support the needs of the branch in a professional, safe and timely manner.
An individual in this position will work to keep all equipment in top running condition through an effective preventative maintenance program.
This incumbent is a master technician and assumes a leadership role of product knowledge and standard of quality within the branch.
He/she has mastered the operating standards of his facility, the region and corporation.
Responsibilities Perform major repairs on equipment using hand tools, machine tools and measuring instruments Assigning and directing work to the Mechanics Monitoring the work orders Addressing complaints and resolving problems in a timely and effective manner Working closely with the Branch Manager/Shop Supervisor to ensure efficiency and profitability from the Service Department Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot fuel systems, electrical systems, hydraulic systems and propane systems Conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services Recondition and replace assorted parts of the heavy equipment Operate and test equipment Diagnoses problem areas for any significant wear or tear on the equipment 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 Build positive relationships with customers Perform additional duties as assigned Educational Background High School Diploma/GED Skills Ability to handle assorted tools properly and safely Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs Ability to operate large, heavy machinery Ability to read and comprehend the standards of operating procedures, owner’s manuals and product/warning labels Customer service skills Understands the importance of time management Compensation Data $36 to $40/hr Req #: 57502 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.