Industrial Technician I

Herc Rentals Inc.; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Herc Rentals is seeking an Industrial Technician in Gardena, CA to keep rental equipment in top running condition through inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs. The role requires knowledge of tools, safety rules, and proper documentation of service events.

You will perform light repairs, assist with loading/unloading, and operate forklifts or related equipment as needed. A valid driver’s license and HS diploma are required, with lifting up to 50 pounds and the ability to work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on tools and equipment to ensure safety and reliability.
• Complete repair work and maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Record keeping and reporting of service activities and parts used.
• Assist with loading/unloading and movement of equipment.
• Operate and test various manual, pneumatic, electric, and hydraulic tools.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and certification of equipment.

Skills

Safety awareness

Documentation

Communication

Forklift operation

Tool inspection

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Manual tools

Pneumatic tools

Electric tools

Hydraulic tools

Job description

If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals, please apply using this link: Herc Employee Career Portal.

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

The Industrial Technician is an integral part of the branch’s team. An individual in this position will work to keep all equipment in top running condition through rental inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs to the equipment. This individual will repair equipment as necessary. This position requires a working knowledge of tools and specialized equipment operation, maintenance, and repair.

What you will do...

• Safety Awareness: Understands, follows, and motivates individuals to follow the safety rules and regulations.
• Complete all paperwork and record keeping associated with repairs.
• Communicate with manager regarding service priorities and status.
• Assist with loading and unloading of products in the warehouse, on trailers or vehicles.
• Deploy to manage onsite tool projects as needed. Duration of duty varies by project.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform rental inspection on tools, light equipment, and other rental items.
• Qualified to operate, inspect, and test manual, pneumatic, electric, and hydraulic powered tools.
• Perform light repairs on tools and light equipment associated with parts replacement such as fittings, or other parts which require limited diagnostics.
• Perform preventative maintenance and certification.
• Operate equipment such as a forklift, parts picker, or motor vehicle.

Requirements

• A valid driver's license
• HS Diploma or equivalent

Skills

• Able to work standing for long periods
• Attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Multi-tasking individual who uses project management skills to accomplish goals
• Must react to changing business needs
• Works and communicates effectively with all levels of the company
• Computer skills to support entering information into systems
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds frequently.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors when required of the job.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks; stretch, turn, twist, and reach overhead; bend, crouch, squat, kneel, and stoop for extended periods of time.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.

Req #: 71953

Pay Range: $24-$28 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.