
North America's Premier Equipment Rental Partner
Herc Rentals stands as one of North America's leading equipment rental suppliers, serving diverse industries with nearly six decades of expertise since 1965. As a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HRI), Herc Rentals operates approximately 620+ locations across the United States and Canada, supported by over 10,200 dedicated employees who deliver essential equipment solutions that enable customers to achieve optimal performance safely and efficiently.
Comprehensive Solutions Across Industries
With 2024 revenues reaching approximately $3.6 billion, Herc Rentals serves a comprehensive range of industries including construction, environmental remediation, refineries, petrochemical operations, industrial manufacturing, government infrastructure projects, and commercial sectors. The company's extensive client portfolio spans professional contractors, large industrial plants, automotive manufacturers, aerospace companies, and government entities at all levels. This diversity creates exceptional career stability and growth opportunities across multiple market segments.
Culture of Expertise and Customer Focus
Herc Rentals fosters a culture where employees work independently while building positive customer relationships that support community growth and improvement. Team members serve as subject matter experts and consultants, providing solution-based options tailored to customers' toughest challenges. The company values self-motivated professionals who adapt to changing business needs, communicate effectively, and drive results through teamwork and passion for customer service.
Comprehensive Benefits and Career Development
- Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision coverage, 24-hour nurse line, virtual health visits
- Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, life and disability insurance
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, paid parental leave, military leave and support for National Guard and Reserves
- Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement, leadership development, technical training programs, hands-on experience with cutting-edge equipment
- Additional Support: Employee Assistance Program, adoption assistance, auto and home insurance discounts
Your Path Forward
Herc Rentals operates with a clear vision to be the supplier, employer, and investment of choice in the equipment rental industry. Whether you're starting your career or advancing to leadership, the company creates meaningful opportunities while improving lives and communities through exceptional service, technological innovation, and expanded product offerings.
Mission
To ensure that end users of our equipment and services achieve optimal performance safely, efficiently and effectively while being the supplier, employer, and investment of choice in our industry.
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Diesel Technician C
Description
If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals, please apply using this link: Herc Employee Career Portal
Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2024 pro forma total revenues reaching approximately $5.1 billion. 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 612 locations and has about 9,900 employees in North America as of September 30, 2025.
Job Purpose
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
What You Will Do...
- 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
Requirements
- Accredited education in heavy equipment repair or 1 year of experience in lieu of
- Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and services preferred
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs
Skills
- Some knowledge in electrical and hydraulic systems and willing to learn how to read schematics
- 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
- 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
- Attention to detail
- Understanding the importance of time management
Req #: 66717
Pay Range: Pay Range - $22.00 to $23.00 Per Hour
Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.
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. #Appcast

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