Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Apprentice

Herc Rentals•Norland, FL

22h

About The Position

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2024 pro forma total revenues reaching approximately $5.1 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 612 locations and has about 9,900 employees in North America as of September 30, 2025. In Canada, Herc Rentals has a significant presence with multiple locations across the country. The company provides a wide range of equipment rental services to various industries, including construction, industrial, and government sectors. Herc Rentals is committed to supporting Canadian businesses by offering high-quality equipment and exceptional customer service. The company also focuses on safety and sustainability, ensuring that its operations comply with Canadian regulations and standards. Job Purpose 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

Requirements

Some knowledge in electrical and hydraulic systems and willing to learn how to read schematics
Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and services
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
Interpersonal skills
Teamwork
Listening skills
Dependability
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
Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs
Attention to detail
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 employees of the branch
Works and communicates effectively with all levels of the company

Responsibilities

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