Manager in Training - Texas First Rentals

Manager in Training - Texas First Rentals

Department: Texas First Rentals (TFR)

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: TFR - Weslaco

Description

The Manager in Training (MIT) role is a hands-on leadership development opportunity designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals interested in operations, sales, and leadership within the equipment rental industry. The MIT will work closely with branch leadership to gain experience across all areas of branch operations while supporting customer service, business growth, safety, and operational performance.

The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis:
1) Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values
2) Collaborate with key internal/external resources
3) Participate in ongoing self-development.

Essential Functions

• Develops, evaluates, and influences effective and consistent productivity and teamwork to ensure the delivery of Legendary Customer Service (LCS)
• Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT's Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
• Assists the Branch Manager in the preparation of monthly profit and loss statements and yearly budgets
• Learns to utilize internal reporting tools to optimize branch financial performance
• Supports the successful management of branch operations and personnel
• Assists the Branch Manager in ensuring compliance with all company policies
• Promotes a culture of safety and discipline through leadership, exemplary personal compliance, accountability, and communication
• Driven and results oriented; business development and KPIs to meet corporate targets
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Exposure to all areas of business operation such as customer service, sales, management, and human resources

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Learn and support all aspects of branch operations, including rental processes, customer service, sales, inventory, and team coordination
• Assist branch leadership with business planning, budgeting, profit and loss reporting, and operational performance tracking
• Develop an understanding of KPIs and business development strategies used to achieve branch and corporate goals
• Promote a culture centered around safety, accountability, teamwork, and exceptional customer service
• Support leadership initiatives that align with company vision, values, and mission
• Build strong relationships with customers, vendors, and internal teams
• Gain exposure to employee management, coaching, scheduling, and branch personnel support
• Utilize internal reporting tools and operational systems to help optimize branch performance
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards
• Participate in ongoing leadership and professional development opportunities
• Perform additional operational and administrative duties as assigned

Additional Role Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong technical aptitude and understanding of construction equipment and rental industry
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work-related experience required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Travel:

• Up to 30% travel
• Valid driver's license required

Physical Requirements:

• This role frequently communicates with others, must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Frequently moves materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Work Environment:

• Occasionally works outdoors and may be exposed to weather extremes conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity
• Noise level may be loud at times
• Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, steam, high-pressure water, and high-speed rotating equipment
• Frequently works at fast pace with unscheduled interruptions

Disclaimer:

Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.