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Heavy Equipment Mechanic

**Date:** Aug 18, 2025

**Location:** Columbia, SC, US, 29203

**Company:** Herc Rentals

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Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2024 total revenues reaching approximately $3.6 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 620+ locations and has about 10,200 employees in North America as of June 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 A, you are a mastertechnician and will assume a leadership role in product knowledge and standards of quality within the branch. Mechanic A’s have masteredthe standard operating procedures at the branch, region, and national level and serve as a mentor to B and C level mechanics. The primary focus of a Herc Rentals Mechanic A is to utilize their mechanical expertise to lead 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...

+ Develop and maintain 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 independently

+ Diagnose internal combustion engines, DC electrical systems, propane systems, hydraulics, and fuel systems

+ Perform major repairs to maintain fleet equipment using diagnostic tools, hand tools, and measuring instrumentsindependently

+ Conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services

+ Assist shop lead with customer damage estimates and repairs

+ Enter and review work orders and complete part ordering via fleet management system

+ Recondition and replace assorted parts of the heavy equipment

+ Diagnoses problem areas for any significant wear or tear on the equipment

+ Take service calls when shop lead is absent and dispatch Field Service Mechanic to ensure repairs are completed in a timely and efficient fashion

+ Maintain work area in a clean and organized manner

+ Produce timely and detailed service reports and repair log

+ Assist in training “C” and “B” Mechanics while taking direction from the shop lead

+ Follow all company’s filed procedures and protocols

+ Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

+ H.S. Diploma or equivalent

+ 3 years of experience repairing heavy equipment

+ Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs

+ Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and services

Skills

+ Ability to understand detailed technical schematics, owner manuals, and product warning labels

+ Ability to operate and test equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, portable and stationary generators, hydraulics, pumps and assorted tools and equipment

+ 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

+ 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

**Req #:** 64316

**Pay Range:** $28/hr - $34/hr

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.

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

**Nearest Major Market:** Columbia

**Nearest Secondary Market:** South Carolina

**Job Segment:** Maintenance Mechanic, Mechanic, Electrical, Automotive, Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering