Lead Mechanic $5000 SIGN ON BONUS!

Lead Mechanic

Job Purpose: The purpose of the Lead Mechanic position within Herc Rentals is to utilize his/her mechanical expertise to support the needs of the branch in a professional, safe and timely manner. An individual in this position will work to keep all equipment in top running condition through an effective preventative maintenance program. This incumbent is a master technician and assumes a leadership role of product knowledge and standard of quality within the branch. He/she has mastered the operating standards of his facility, the region and corporation.

What You Will Do...

• Perform major repairs on equipment using hand tools, machine tools and measuring instruments
• Assigning and directing work to the Mechanics
• Monitoring the work orders
• Addressing complaints and resolving problems in a timely and effective manner
• Working closely with the Branch Manager/Shop Supervisor to ensure efficiency and profitability from the Service Department
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot fuel systems, electrical systems, hydraulic systems and propane systems
• Conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services
• Recondition and replace assorted parts of the heavy equipment
• Operate and test equipment
• Diagnoses problem areas for any significant wear or tear on the equipment
• Maintain work area in a clean and organized manner
• Produce timely and detailed service reports and repair logs
• Follow all company's filed procedures and protocols
• Build positive relationships with customers
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

• 5 years of heavy equipment mechanic experience
• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to handle assorted tools properly and safely
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs
• Ability to operate large, heavy machinery
• Ability to read and comprehend the standards of operating procedures, owner's manuals and product/warning labels
• Customer service skills
• Understand the importance of time management

Pay Range: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

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.