Equipment Yard Technician - Grow Your Career

Herc Rentals Inc.; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Herc Rentals in Lafayette, LA is seeking a motivated Yard Technician to keep our facilities clean and organized while learning the equipment rental business. You will load/unload, inspect and prepare equipment, and assist drivers and customers with safety and operation guidance.

This role offers a springboard to other opportunities within Herc Rentals as you gain hands-on experience. Ideal candidates are energetic, dependable, and willing to grow.

Qualifications

• Effective communication with customers
• Ability to input information into computer systems
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Ability to safely operate multiple types of vehicles and equipment
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors as required
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and reach overhead
• Ability to bend, crouch, squat, kneel, and stoop for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Load and unload internal truck drivers, outside haulers and customers
• Verify delivery tickets and returns for accuracy
• Clean, maintain, and organize heavy equipment and machinery
• Review orders and stage equipment for drivers
• Perform routine safety checks on rental equipment
• Maintain a clean and organized yard and work area
• Answer and resolve customer questions
• Provide customers with expert advice on equipment selection and operation
• Support all team members

Skills

Customer communication

Data entry

English literacy

Vehicle operation

MS Word

MS Excel

Lifting 50 lbs

Outdoor/Indoor work

Stamina

Safety awareness

Job description

Herc Rentals in Lafayette, LA is seeking a motivated Yard Technician to keep our facilities clean and organized while learning the equipment rental business. You will load/unload, inspect and prepare equipment, and assist drivers and customers with safety and operation guidance.

This role offers a springboard to other opportunities within Herc Rentals as you gain hands-on experience. Ideal candidates are energetic, dependable, and willing to grow.