Mechanic C - North Houston

Mechanic C - North Houston

As a Mechanic C, you are an entry level technician and will assume a role of familiarizing yourself with product knowledge and standards of quality within the branch. Mechanic C's will learn the standard operating procedures at the branch, region, and national level to grow their career to higher leveled mechanics. The primary focus of a Herc Rentals Mechanic C is to utilize their mechanical training to contribute to fleet maintenance operations needed to keep Herc Rentals equipment on the rental "ready line". This goal can be achieved safely and professionally through an effective preventative and corrective maintenance program.

What you will do...

• Follow 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 under direct supervision
• Diagnose small tools and light rental equipment with assistance from senior mechanics
• Perform major repairs to maintain fleet equipment using diagnostic tools, hand tools, and measuring instruments under direct supervision
• Conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services
• Enter work orders and complete part ordering via fleet management system
• Assist in reconditioning and replacing assorted parts of the heavy equipment
• Learn what is covered and not covered by warranties
• 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
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• Accredited education in heavy equipment repair or 1 year of experience in lieu of
• Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and services preferred

Skills

• Some knowledge in electrical and hydraulic systems and willing to learn how to read schematics
• Ability to operate and test equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, portable and stationary generators, hydraulics, pumps and assorted tools and equipment
• Computer skills to support entering information into systems
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently
• 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
• Understanding the importance of time management

Pay Range: $23 - $26 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
• 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

Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.