CRC Technician

Herc Rentals; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Military leave

Job summary

Herc Rentals is seeking a Portable Climate Solutions Setup Technician in Ashland, VA to safely deliver, install, and remove climate control equipment at customer sites. You will ensure equipment is clean, organized, and green-tagged while maintaining high operational standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year of mechanical experience, and a valid driver’s license (CDL a plus). You may need to work overtime and be on call and attend training sessions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of work experience using mechanical/technical skills.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC, Evaporative Cooling, Dehumidification, Heating, Air Purification, Remediation and Ventilation.
• Ability to lift to 40 pounds and continuously carry 5 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL is a plus.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily delivery and pick-up schedule.
• Yard prep: ensure equipment/materials ready for shipment.
• Represent Herc Rentals when communicating with customers, Sales, and internal resources.
• Maintain tools and supplies to complete projects.
• Document projects using iPad, laptops, and voice recognition tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues independently.
• Safely drive, load and unload box trucks and vans.
• Work overtime and be on call as required.
• Attend all Herc and manufacturer-led training.

Skills

Safe loading/unloading

Equipment cleanliness

White Glove service

Troubleshooting

Tech proficiency

Communication skills

Time management

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

iPad

Smartphone

Laptop

Voice recognition tools

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

As a Portable Climate Solutions Setup Technician you will safely deliver, load, and unload equipment. You will provide professional installation and removal of equipment from customer jobsites (Air Conditioning, Evaporative Cooling, Dehumidification, Heating, Air Purification, Remediation and Ventilation). You will have the opportunity to provide excellent customer service and provide solutions to our customers. A critical part of this role is keeping the equipment clean, organized, and green tagged. This, combined with maintaining high operational standards, reducing risk of damage to the equipment. CRC Driver and Service Technicians champion our core competencies which help to deliver our industry leading services such as providing “White Glove” service to all customers, become product experts, ensuring our equipment is ready to rent and be a champion for our safety culture.

What you will do...

• Planning – Plan your daily delivery and pick-up schedule according to business needs
• Yard Prep – Making Sure all rental equipment and necessary material is prepared and ready for shipment.
• Communication – Represent Herc Rentals when communicating with the customers, Sales, and internal resources.
• Maintain tools and necessary supplies to successfully complete projects.
• Use technology such as iPad, laptops, smart phones and Interactive Voice Recognition (i.e. Siri or Google Assistant) to document projects from daily notes, labor logs, progress reports, change orders, and all other necessary documentation for each project
• Strong ability to problem solve and think outside the box independently
• Safely drive, load and unload box trucks and vans
• Ability to work overtime and be on call
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.
• Attend all Herc and manufacturer led training as directed

Requirements

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of work experience using mechanical/technical skills
• Basic Equipment knowledge and troubleshooting –HVAC, Evaporative Cooling, Dehumidification, Heating, Air Purification, Remediation and Ventilation
• Ability to lift to 40 pounds and continuously carry 5 pounds
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate company vehicles, CDL is a plus
• Must be at least 21 years old

Skills

• Skilled in the safe loading, unloading, installation, and removal of climate control equipment at customer sites.
• Ability to maintain equipment cleanliness, organization, and readiness (green-tagged) to ensure high operational standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on delivering “White Glove” service and providing effective solutions to customer needs.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in using iPads, smartphones, laptops, and voice recognition tools for documentation and communication.
• Clear and professional communication with customers, sales teams, and internal staff.
• Capable of planning daily schedules, managing multiple tasks, and adapting to changing priorities.
• Willingness to work overtime, be on call, and perform additional duties as assigned.

Pay Range:$21.00-24.00 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

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

Company Paid Disability Insurance

Supplemental Disability Insurance

Group Legal Plan

Critical Illness 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.