Field Service Mechanic A

Herc Rentals; Porter (TX); On-site; USD 97,424,000 - 106,020,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Herc Rentals is seeking a Field Service Mechanic A in Porter, TX. You will be the lead technician on-site, performing preventative maintenance and on-site repairs to keep our fleet in top condition at customer locations.

You will work independently, dispatching to local jobsites and building strong customer relationships. You will diagnose and repair heavy equipment, test systems, and educate customers on safe operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to operate and test heavy equipment including boom lifts, forklifts, generators, hydraulics, pumps, and assorted tools.
• Own a sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools for repairs and service.
• On-call availability may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on Herc fleet at customer job sites.
• Oversee oil changes, lubrication, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and related services.
• Diagnose and repair heavy equipment to maintain proper operating condition.
• Troubleshoot fuel, electrical, hydraulic, and propane systems.
• Return equipment to safe, working condition and document service logs.
• Educate customers on proper use of equipment to prevent breakdowns.
• Maintain clean, organized jobsite work areas and produce detailed service reports.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics

Safety culture

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Boom lifts

Forklifts

Generators

Hydraulic systems

Job description

Field Service Mechanic A

Porter, TX, USA, 77365

Employment Status: Full-time

Posting Start Date: 9/11/26

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 #:

71323

Pay Range:

$34.00 - $37.00 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.