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Mechanic C

Herc Rentals • Clayton, NC • 5h ago

Mechanic C

Location:

Clayton, NC, US, 27520

Job Type: Full-time

Date: Jan 16, 2026

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.

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

What you will do...

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

Requirements

Accredited education in heavy equipment repair or 1 year of experience in lieu of

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

Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs

Skills

Some knowledge in electrical and hydraulic systems and willing to learn how to read schematics

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

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

Understanding the importance of time management

Req #: 66735

Pay Range: $20.00 - $24.00 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

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

Protecting You & Your Family

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.

Nearest Major Market: Raleigh

Job Segment: Hydraulics, Maintenance Mechanic, Electrical, Mechanic, Engineering, Manufacturing, Entry Level

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