Lead Rental Technician

The Home Depot; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in consumer services is seeking a Lead Rental Technician in Palmdale, CA. This role involves equipment repairs, compliance with safety standards, and communication with customers and staff. Ideal candidates will have experience in engine repair and customer service.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to diagnose and repair engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain rental equipment, diagnose and repair engines, hydraulics, electrical systems.
• Train store staff and customers on equipment operation and safety.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Resourcefulness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Must live within 20 miles of Palmdale, CA
Schedule: Monday - Friday; 6am - 2:30pm

Position Purpose

The Lead Rental Technician (LRT) is a skilled technician responsible for equipment repairs on light construction equipment such as skid steers, chippers, trenchers, and mini-excavators. This role reports directly to the regional manager.

Key Responsibilities

1. Communication: Clearly communicate with teammates, store associates, technicians, and customers. Provide expert knowledge on equipment operation and safety requirements.
2. Compliance: Safety & DOT: Deploy new equipment, perform PDIs, train store staff and customers, and ensure safety standards are met. Travel less than 15% overnight.
3. Equipment Repairs: Maintain rental equipment, diagnose and repair engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and more. Manage parts inventory and document work performed.

Management & Travel

• Reports to Regional Field Operations Manager.
• Typically less than 10% overnight travel.

Physical & Working Conditions

• Stand, walk, lift moderate weights, and work in environments with dust, fumes, or odors.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 years old, authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to diagnose and repair engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Read and understand technical manuals.
• Customer service experience and familiarity with handheld technology.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in gas/diesel engine repair, industrial equipment.
• Technical or trade school education.
• Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience.

Competencies

• Action Oriented, Decision Quality, Manages Ambiguity, Communicates Effectively, Customer Focus, Resourcefulness.

Employment Details

• Full-time, Non-applicable seniority level, Industry: Consumer Services.