Central Support Specialist I

Herc Rentals Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Herc Rentals Inc. is seeking a Central Support Specialist to serve national and strategic clients in a dynamic multi-channel environment. You will manage rental processes, quotes, contracts and invoicing with a focus on accuracy and prompt service.

You will build strong client relationships to drive revenue growth, respond to inquiries quickly, and document interactions in Salesforce while meeting KPIs and SLAs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year in customer service or sales.
• Familiarity with CRM tools such as Salesforce is essential.
• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's/associate degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gain understanding about Herc Rentals' rental equipment offerings and applications to better serve customers' needs.
• Handle and respond to all incoming inquiries promptly, consistently, and with high quality.
• Record all customer interactions in Herc CRM (Salesforce.com).
• Develop and sustain effective relationships with each customer to drive revenue growth, retention, and call positioning.
• Increase additional revenue by upselling and cross-selling solutions while delivering top-notch customer service and experience.
• Participate in departmental enhancements aimed at improving current processes and procedures.
• Achieve individual and team objectives, including KPIs and SLAs for response time, quality, retention, and revenue growth.
• Adhere to the attendance policy and scheduled hours.

Skills

Typing speed 30 wpm

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Teams

Customer service

Sales

Flexibility

Self-driven

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's / Associate degree or equivalent experience preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

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’ 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 607 locations and has about 10,000 employees in North America as of June 30, 2026.

Job Purpose

The Central Support Specialist and team acts as the main contact for Herc Rentals' national and strategic clients, ensuring they receive top-tier customer service in a dynamic, multi-channel support setting. This position involves developing and sustaining an excellent operational relationship with customers by managing all facets of the rental process, including cross-selling, upselling, quoting, rental contracts, and generating accurate invoices promptly and consistently.

What you will do...

• Gain understanding about our rental equipment offerings and their applications to better serve customers' needs.
• Handle and respond to all incoming inquiries promptly, consistently, and with high quality.
• Record all customer interactions in Herc CRM (Salesforce.com).
• Develop and sustain effective relationships with each customer to drive revenue growth, retention, and call positioning.
• Increase additional revenue by upselling and cross-selling solutions while delivering top-notch customer service and experience.
• Participate in departmental enhancements aimed at improving current processes and procedures.
• Achieve individual and team objectives, including KPIs and SLAs for response time, quality, retention, and revenue growth.
• Adhere to the attendance policy and scheduled hours.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year in customer service or sales is required.
• High school diploma or GED is mandatory. A bachelor's degree, associate's degree, or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with using CRM tools such as Salesforce is essential.

Skills

• Ability to type at least 30 words per minute.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Enthusiasm for providing exceptional customer service.
• Proficiency in selling products and offering customer solutions.
• Flexibility to meet evolving business and customer demands.
• Self-driven to accomplish objectives and achieve results.
• Capable of professional and effective communication across all hierarchical levels.
• Foster results through collaborative efforts and streamlined business processes.
• Competence in organizing and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strategic mindset with strong problem-solving skills.

Req #: 71961

Pay Range: $25.00 - $30.00 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.