District Assistant Branch Manager

Herc Rentals Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock Purchase Program

Life insurance

Job summary

Herc Rentals Inc in Chicago, IL is seeking a District Assistant Branch Manager for a 1–2 year rotational development track across multiple branches. You will assist district leadership with P&L, budgeting, and performance reviews while building strong customer relationships and guiding staff development.

The role focuses on fleet optimization, safety program deployment, and compliance with OSHA/DOT standards across locations, preparing you to become a future district or branch manager.

Qualifications

• Must be a current Herc Rentals employee with a minimum of 2 years of Herc Rentals experience.
• Applicants must be able to relocate within the assigned district.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support profit and loss reporting, budgetary planning, and operational reviews across assigned branches
• Conduct operational reviews and process improvements within the district
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers at multiple branch locations
• Assist with employee relations and staffing levels, supporting branch teams as needed
• Participate in fleet management and optimization across the district
• Develop, implement, and train staff on safety plans and procedures
• Ensure Federal compliance with OSHA regulations and DOT standards at all district branches
• Conduct audits and support compliance initiatives
• Collaborate with the District Manager and branch managers to drive operational excellence

Skills

Team player

Travel within district

Company values

Computer literacy

Problem solving

Training & development

Interpersonal communication

Decision making

Customer orientation

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

District Assistant Branch Manager

Chicago, IL, USA, 60616

Employment Status: Full-time

Posting Start Date: 7/15/26

Job Purpose

The District Assistant Branch Manager is a one to two year rotational role within a designated Herc Rentals district. This position assists with the management of multiple branches, ensuring equipment rental and sales services are executed effectively and to high quality standards. The role is designed as a developmental path to becoming a branch manager and reports directly to the District Manager. The District Assistant Branch Manager identifies opportunities to maintain and improve the district's competitive position and profitability.

What you will do

• Support profit and loss reporting, budgetary planning, and operational reviews across assigned branches
• Conduct operational reviews and process improvements within the district
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers at multiple branch locations
• Assist with employee relations and staffing levels, supporting branch teams as needed
• Participate in fleet management and optimization across the district
• Develop, implement, and train staff on safety plans and procedures
• Ensure Federal compliance with OSHA regulations and DOT standards at all district branches
• Conduct audits and support compliance initiatives
• Collaborate with the District Manager and branch managers to drive operational excellence

Requirements

• Must be a current Herc Rentals employee with a minimum of 2 years of Herc Rentals experience
• Applicants must be able to relocate within the assigned district
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related industry/field preferred

Skills

• Strong team player with experience in high-performance teams
• Ability to travel within the assigned district
• Commitment to company values
• Computer competence
• Demonstrated problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Employee training and development experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Good judgment and strong decision-making abilities
• Strong customer orientation

Pay Range

$60,000.00 - $75,000.00 plus profit share

Req # 70298

Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.