Mechanic C

Mechanic C Richland, WA, USA, 99352 Employment Status: Full-time Posting Start Date: 10/20/26 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 607 locations and has about 10,000 employees in North America as of June 30, 2026. Job Purpose As a Mechanic C, you are an entry-level technician who will familiarize 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-level mechanic roles. 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... Preventative Maintenance Follow a consistent schedule of performing preventative maintenance on all Herc-owned fleet at your branch. Perform routine maintenance including oil changes, filter replacements, and lubrication. Replace oil filters and fuel filters per OEM recommendations. Monitor oil condition and replace oil when needed. Manage coolant levels and quality of hoses. Drain water separators to avoid moisture damage. Flush cooling systems periodically to prevent corrosion and overheating. Inspect air filters regularly and replace as needed. Identify proper type of fluids and filters per OEM recommendation. Perform maintenance on DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) and DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) systems. Conduct frequent visual inspections of engines, belts, and hoses. Inspect for oil leaks around seals and gaskets. Inspect for proper fuel type. Equipment Operations & Inspections Operate and test equipment to ensure it passes Herc Rentals quality and efficiency standards. Conduct visual and operational inspections at regular intervals. Monitor and change hydraulic fluid, engine oil, and fuel filters. Grease moving parts such as arms, joints, and pivot points. Check tire pressure, tread condition, and inspect wheels for damage. Inspect hoses, pumps, valves, and cylinders for leaks. Check platform and ground controls including safety indicator alarms and emergency stop buttons. Inspect batteries for proper charging; clean battery terminals and fill to proper water level. Conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements, and assorted services. Determine if engines are eligible for base warranty coverage. Collaborate with supervisor to ensure machine performance meets safety and operational standards. Electrical & Safety Tasks Inspect battery terminals for corrosion; clean and tighten connections. Test battery voltage and load capacity. Verify proper battery mounting and installation. Verify secure routing and mounting of harnesses. Inspect connectors and plugs for damage or loose wires. Test headlights, tail lights, brake lights, back-up alarm, and indicators. Inspect fuse box; test power supply and replace blown fuses. Check alternator belt tension and output. Inspect and test charging system circuits. Inspect and test sensors. Inspect control modules. Read and understand electrical schematics. Read and understand electrical meters. #J-18808-Ljbffr Herc Rentals Inc.