About this opportunity
Herc Holdings lists this Mechanic A opportunity in wake forest, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Mechanic A Wake Forest, NC, USA
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 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 A, you are a master technician and will assume a leadership role in product knowledge and standards of quality within the branch. Mechanic A's have mastered the 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 instruments independently
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
Pay Range: $28.00 - $34.00 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; 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.
Worksite address
wake forest, NC, 27588, US
Who can apply
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