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Lead Mechanic

Location:

Indian Trail, NC, US, 28079

Job Type: Full-time

Date: Dec 5, 2025

Company: Herc Rentals

If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals, please apply using this link: **_Herc Employee Career Portal (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/sf/careers/jobsearch?bplte\_company=hercrental&\_s.crb=1vzawZHP23EM4ncylkxJuws98oCREXt5QR31bzyGQAI%253d)_**

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

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 heacy equipment mechanic experience

+ High School Diploma/GED

Skills

+ 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 andproduct/warning labels

+ Customer service skills

+ Understand the importance of time management

**Req #:** 65584

**Type:** Headcount Increase

**Pay Range:** $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

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. Herc Rentals does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) for sourcing or recruiting candidates.

**Nearest Major Market:** Charlotte

**Nearest Secondary Market:** Concord

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