Job PurposeAs a Mechanic A, you are a mastertechnician and will assume a leadership role in product knowledge and standards of quality within the branch. Mechanic A’s have masteredthe standard operating procedures at the branch, region, and national level and serve as a mentor to B and C level mechanics. The primary focus of a Herc Rentals Mechanic A is to utilize their mechanical expertise to lead 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...Develop and maintain a consistent schedule of performing preventative maintenance of all Herc owned fleet at your branchOperate and test equipment to ensure it passes Herc Rentals quality and efficiency standardsPerform routine maintenance and repairs on all Herc fleet equipment and trucks independentlyDiagnose internal combustion engines, DC electrical systems, propane systems, hydraulics, and fuel systemsPerform major repairs to maintain fleet equipment using diagnostic tools, hand tools, and measuring instruments independentlyConduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted servicesAssist shop lead with customer damage estimates and repairsEnter and review work orders and complete part ordering via fleet management systemRecondition and replace assorted parts of the heavy equipmentDiagnoses problem areas for any significant wear or tear on the equipmentTake service calls when shop lead is absent and dispatch Field Service Mechanic to ensure repairs are completed in a timely and efficient fashionMaintain work area in a clean and organized mannerProduce timely and detailed service reports and repair logAssist in training “C” and “B” Mechanics while taking direction from the shop leadFollow all company’s filed procedures and protocolsPerform additional duties as assignedRequirementsH.S. Diploma or equivalent3 years of experience repairing heavy equipmentAbility to safely lift up to 50 LBsOwnership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and servicesSkillsAbility to understand detailed technical schematics, owner manuals, and product warning labelsAbility to operate and test equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, portable and stationary generators, hydraulics, pumps and assorted tools and equipmentAbility to drive/operate multiple types of vehicles and equipmentAbility to follow up with customers in a timely mannerAbility to handle assorted tools properly and safelyAttention to detailMust possess solid written and verbal communication skills and be able to perform basic computer operations such as opening and closing work ordersSolid and proven computer skill set to enter work ordersUnderstanding the importance of time management