What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic A position at Herc Rentals?
**Job Summary**
A Master Technician and leader in fleet maintenance operations. Utilize mechanical expertise to maintain equipment, diagnose issues, and perform repairs independently. Develop and maintain a schedule of preventative maintenance, operate and test equipment, and conduct oil changes, lubrication, and tire replacements.
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
- H.S. Diploma or equivalent.
- 3 years of experience repairing heavy equipment.
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs.
- Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and services.
Skills
- Ability to understand detailed technical schematics, owner manuals, and product warning labels.
- Ability to operate and test equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, portable and stationary generators, hydraulics, pumps, and assorted tools and equipment.
- 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.
- 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.
