Field Service Mechanic A

Herc Rentals; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Job summary

Herc Rentals is seeking a Field Service Mechanic A to lead on-site fleet maintenance at customer jobsites. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, and repair heavy equipment with minimal supervision.

Role requires strong mechanical skills, on-call availability, and the ability to communicate effectively with jobsite foremen. The position is based at customer sites and supports community safety and equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate and test equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, portable and stationary generators, hydraulics, pumps and assorted tools.
• Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and services.
• Ability to be on call to support operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a consistent schedule of performing preventative maintenance of all Herc owned fleet at long term customer job sites.
• Oversee and conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services.
• Diagnose and repair heavy equipment as required to ensure proper operating condition at the job site.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot fuel systems, electrical systems, hydraulic systems and propane systems.
• Recondition and replace assorted parts to return equipment to a safely functioning state.
• Educating customers on proper use of equipment to avoid future breakdowns.
• Analyze problem areas for any significant wear or tear and address to ensure proper usage of the equipment until your next scheduled visit.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines posted at active jobsite where repairs and maintenance are completed.
• Maintain work area on jobsite in a clean and organized manner.
• Produce timely and detailed service reports and repair logs.
• Follow all company's filed procedures and protocols.
• Build positive relationships with customers.
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

Highschool diploma or equivalent

Tools

Boom lifts

Forklifts

Compressors

Generators

Hydraulics

Pumps

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 Field Service Mechanic A, you are a master technician and will assume a leadership role in product knowledge and standards of quality within the branch. You will serve as a go‑to resource for utilizing your mechanical expertise to ensure Herc fleet remain in proper operating condition on our customer jobsites, at all times. Field Service Mechanics are dispatched to local jobsites at various times of the day and work independently without direct supervision. This provides the opportunity to build positive relationships with customers all while supporting the growth and improvement of your community.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain a consistent schedule of performing preventative maintenance of all Herc owned fleet at long term customer job sites
• Oversee and conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services
• Diagnose and repair heavy equipment as required to ensure proper operating condition at the job site
• Diagnose and troubleshoot fuel systems, electrical systems, hydraulic systems and propane systems
• Recondition and replace assorted parts to return equipment to a safely functioning state
• Educating customers on proper use of equipment to avoid future breakdowns
• Analyze problem areas for any significant wear or tear and address to ensure proper usage of the equipment until your next scheduled visit
• Adhere to all safety guidelines posted at active jobsite where repairs and maintenance are completed
• Maintain work area on jobsite in a clean and organized manner
• Produce timely and detailed service reports and repair logs
• Follow all company's filed procedures and protocols
• Build positive relationships with customers
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• Ability to operate and test equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, portable and stationary generators, hydraulics, pumps and assorted tools and equipment
• Ability to understand detailed technical schematics, owner manuals, and product warning labels
• Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and services
• Ability to be on call to support operational needs
• A valid driver’s license

Skills

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills across all levels of the company
• Customer service skills to effectively engage with jobsite foremen and follow up in a timely manner
• Basic computer skills to open, close, and enter work orders
• Ability to safely handle tools, and operate a variety of vehicles and equipment
• Strong attention to detail and time management
• Flexibility to adapt to changing needs on an active jobsite
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs. frequently
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors as required
• Ability to bend, crouch, squat, kneel, stoop, and perform repetitive tasks (stretching, turning, twisting, reaching overhead)

Req #: 71403

Pay Range: $32.00 - $36.00 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.

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.