Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic

If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals, please apply using this link: Herc Employee Career Portal 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 We are looking for a Shop Mechanic to come and join our team in Hinton. If you have experience fixing Aerial equipment, compressors, generators, excavators and forklifts, then we need you! This position is Monday to Friday with an on-call rotation. 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

Skills

• 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
• 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 levels of the company
• Works and communicates effectively with all employees of the branch
• Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and efficiently
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently
• Interpersonal skills
• Teamwork
• Listening skills
• Dependability
• Computer skills to support entering information into systems

Requirements

• At least 2-year hands on experience of fixing various types of equipment
• Ability to work constructively under pressure
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrates initiative and strong organizational skills
• Exceptional communication skills while maintaining a professional customer service focused attitude
• Valid driver’s license
• A recent driver’s abstract will need to be provided.

Req #: 65496 Pay Range: $39-$45/hr, can vary based on experience 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 Job Segment: Maintenance Mechanic, Field Service, Hydraulics, Mechanic, Automotive, Manufacturing, Engineering