Mechanic A

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. You have mastered the standard operating procedures at the branch, region, and national level and serve as a mentor to B and C level mechanics.

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.
• 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.

Compensation and Benefits:
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