Mechanic

Herc Rentals • Toronto, Canada • 2d ago

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Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with trailing twelve month total revenues of nearly $3.5 billion as of December 31, 2024. 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 450+ locations and has approximately 7,700 employees in North America.

Job Purpose As a Mechanic A, you are a master technician and will assume a leadership role in product knowledge and standards of quality within the branch. Mechanic A’s have mastered the 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 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 Diagnoses 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

Req #: 62114

Pay Range: $35 - 40/hr, can vary based on experience

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 Healthcare spending account Smoking Cessation Program Weight Loss Program Herc Life Wellness Program Building Your Financial Future Company matched Pension Plan Employee Stock Purchase Program Registered Retirement Savings Plan Non Registered Savings Plan Tax Free Spending Account (TFSA) Life & Work Harmony Paid Vacation Time Off (Minimum 3 weeks) Paid sick days Military leave Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Mechanic Tool reimbursement of up to $500 per year Auto & Home Insurance Discounts Protecting You & Your Family Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Disability Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance

Herc Rentals is an equal opportunity employer