Yard Technician

Herc Rentals; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment rental company is seeking a Yard Technician to maintain the cleanliness and organization of its facilities. The role provides significant opportunities for career advancement, including pathways to become a Driver or Mechanic. Ideal candidates are motivated to learn and excel in a collaborative team environment, ensuring safety and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Company matched Pension Plan

Paid Vacation Time Off (Minimum 3 weeks)

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Must work indoors and outdoors as needed.
• Ability to safely drive and operate various vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the yard and equipment.
• Load and unload equipment for drivers.
• Perform routine checks on rental equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Dependability

Interpersonal skills

Listening skills

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Tools

Forklift

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

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 450 locations and has about 7600 employees in North America as of March 31 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

Yard Technicians at Herc Rentals are responsible for keeping our facilities looking clean and professional by maintaining the cleanliness of our equipment and keeping everything organized and easily accessible. The ideal person for this role is energetic eager to help and hungry to learn and grow their career. This role is a springboard to other opportunities at Herc Rentals including Driver Mechanic and Sales and Operations Coordinator roles. In this role you will learn to...

• Take initiative and work autonomously.
• Become a safety expert.
• Be an expert in the equipment rental industry.
• Be promoted and grow your career!

What you will do...

Help to load and unload internal truck drivers outside haulers and customers

Verify delivery tickets and returns for accuracy

Clean maintain and organize heavy equipment construction equipment and various pieces of machinery.

Review orders and stage equipment for drivers

Perform routine checks on rental equipment to ensure it is safe and in good working order

Maintain and clean and organized yard and work area

Answer and resolve customer questions

Provide customers with expert advice on the selection operation and maintenance of all the various types of equipment

Support all team members

Skills

Ability to communicate with customers

Ability to input information into computer systems

Ability to perform repetitive tasks; stretch turn twist and reach overhead; bend crouch

squat kneel and stoop for extended periods of time

Ability to read write speak and understand English

Ability to safely drive and operate multiple types of vehicles and equipment

Ability to sit stand and walk for extended periods of time

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Programs

Communication

Computer Skills

Dependability

Interpersonal skills

Listening Skills

Requirements

A valid drivers license with a clean driving record

Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds frequently

Must be able to work indoors and outdoors when required of the job

Req # : 63397

Pay Range : TBD

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the companys sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors including but not limited to the candidates 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

Required Experience :

Key Skills

Forklift,caterpillar,Heavy Equipment Operation,Management Experience,Warehouse Experience,Materials Handling,Quality Control,Welding,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Manufacturing,Warehouse Supervisor Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1