Branch Operations Leader - Equipment Rentals

Herc Rentals; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Herc Rentals is seeking a branch operations leader to manage daily rental and sales services, uphold high quality standards, and strengthen the location's competitive position and profitability. You will be responsible for P&L reporting, budgeting, staffing, fleet management, safety program development and training, and ensuring OSHA and DOT compliance across the team.

The role emphasizes building lasting customer relationships, performing audits, and leading a high‑performing staff to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Experience with high performance teams and strong communication.
• Ability to travel.
• Developing and training staff on safety plans.
• Demonstrated problem solving and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Profit and loss reporting, budgetary planning, operational reviews.
• Operational reviews and processes.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with customers.
• Employee relations and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
• Fleet management.
• Developing, implementing and training staff on safety plans.
• Maintain Federal compliance with OSHA regulations and DOT standards.
• Conduct audits.

Skills

Team player

Travel

Company values

Computer skills

Negotiation

Staff training

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Customer orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Job description

Herc Rentals is seeking a branch operations leader to manage daily rental and sales services, uphold high quality standards, and strengthen the location's competitive position and profitability. You will be responsible for P&L reporting, budgeting, staffing, fleet management, safety program development and training, and ensuring OSHA and DOT compliance across the team.

The role emphasizes building lasting customer relationships, performing audits, and leading a high‑performing staff to deliver