Lead Mechanic: Fleet Maintenance & Tech Mentor

Herc Rentals; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Job summary

Herc Rentals is seeking a Mechanic A to lead fleet maintenance and provide technical leadership at the Atlanta branch. You will mentor junior mechanics, manage preventative maintenance programs, and ensure equipment remains on the rental ready line through quality repairs.

The role emphasizes safe, efficient work, hands-on diagnostic skills, and adherence to branch, region, and national SOPs.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of experience repairing heavy equipment.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs
• Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and services

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a consistent schedule of performing preventative maintenance of all Herc owned fleet at your branch
• Operate and test equipment to ensure it passes Herc Rentals quality and efficiency standards
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on all Herc fleet equipment and trucks independently
• Diagnose internal combustion engines, DC electrical systems, propane systems, hydraulics, and fuel systems
• Perform major repairs to maintain fleet equipment using diagnostic tools, hand tools, and measuring instruments independently
• Conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services
• Assist shop lead with customer damage estimates and repairs
• Enter and review work orders and complete part ordering via fleet management system
• Recondition and replace assorted parts of the heavy equipment
• Diagnose problem areas for any significant wear or tear on the equipment
• Take service calls when shop lead is absent and dispatch Field Service Mechanic to ensure repairs are completed in a timely and efficient fashion
• Maintain work area in a clean and organized manner
• Produce timely and detailed service reports and repair log
• Assist in training “C” and “B” Mechanics while taking direction from the shop lead
• Follow all company’s filed procedures and protocols
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Technical schematics understanding

Equipment operation

Driving multiple vehicles

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Work orders entry

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Herc Rentals is seeking a Mechanic A to lead fleet maintenance and provide technical leadership at the Atlanta branch. You will mentor junior mechanics, manage preventative maintenance programs, and ensure equipment remains on the rental ready line through quality repairs.

The role emphasizes safe, efficient work, hands-on diagnostic skills, and adherence to branch, region, and national SOPs.