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Job Title Field Service Mechanic A
Posting Start Date 3926
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 2025 total revenues reaching approximately 4.4 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 602 locations and has about 9600 employees in North America as of December 31 2025.
Job Purpose As a Field Service Mechanic A you are a master technician and will assume a leadership role in product knowledge and standards of quality within the branch. You will serve as a go-to resource for utilizing your mechanical expertise to ensure Herc fleet remain in proper operating condition on our customer jobsites at all times. Field Service Mechanics are dispatched to local jobsites at various times of the day and work independently without direct supervision. This provides the opportunity to build positive relationships with customers all while supporting the growth and improvement of your community.
What you will do... Develop and maintain a consistent schedule of performing preventative maintenance of all Herc owned fleet at long term customer job sites
Oversee and conduct oil changes lubrication of equipment tire replacements hose repairs battery replacements and assorted services
Diagnose and repair heavy equipment as required to ensure proper operating condition at the job site
Diagnose and troubleshoot fuel systems electrical systems hydraulic systems and propane systems
Recondition and replace assorted parts to return equipment to a safely functioning state
Educating customers on proper use of equipment to avoid future breakdowns
Analyze problem areas for any significant wear or tear and address to ensure proper usage of the equipment until your next scheduled visit
Adhere to all safety guidelines posted at active jobsite where repairs and maintenance are completed
Maintain work area on jobsite in a clean and organized manner
Produce timely and detailed service reports and repair logs
Follow all companys filed procedures and protocols
Build positive relationships with customers
Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements Highschool diploma or equivalent
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 understand detailed technical schematics owner manuals and product warning labels
Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and airelectric tools to complete most repairs and services
Ability to be on call to support operational needs
A valid drivers license
Skills Ability to driveoperate 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
Customer service skills to naturally converse with jobsite foreman
Flexibility to adapt to changing needs on an active jobsite
Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and efficiently
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
Req 67643
Pay Range 35.00-40.00 Hourly
Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the companys sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors including but not limited to the candidates 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 Visi