Manager Trainee

Hertz; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 40% off the base rate of Hertz R

Medical, Dental & Vision plans

Life Insurance

401(k) employer matching

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Reimbursement

Discounts

Job summary

Hertz is seeking a Manager In Training to rotate through Sales, Operations, Customer Service, finance, fleet management and people management. You’ll follow a defined path to Branch Manager in 12–18 months, developing leadership and operational skills.

You’ll support location sales goals and customer service excellence while gaining hands-on exposure across departments and daily branch operations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Strong computer skills and multitasking skills are needed.
• Excellent written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Support achievement of location sales goals and customer service excellence.
• Hands-on training across Sales, Operations, Customer Service, Finance, Fleet Management and People Management.
• Contribute to a clear career path to Branch Manager in 12–18 months.

Skills

Sales

Operations

Customer Service

Finance

Fleet management

People management

Education

High School diploma

Job description

The Manager In Training program provides hands‑on training in Sales, Operations, Customer Service, finance, fleet management, and people management. This position has a clearly defined career path to Branch Manager in as little as 12‑18 months. This role supports the achievement of location sales goals and customer service excellence.

What You’ll Get:

• The hourly rate / wage for this role is $18.00
• Overtime Pay: Eligible (The company pays overtime in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Per company policy, approval is required prior to the use of overtime)
• Holiday Pay: Eligible (1.5 x regular pay rate for hours worked on a designated holiday, in addition to receiving 8 hours of holiday pay)
• Sick Pay: Granted Up to 40 hours
• Paid Time Off / Vacation / Paid observed Holidays (Accruals start at .83 Days a Month, 4 Floating Holidays, 9 Paid Observed Holidays)
• Benefits: Further program information can be found here at HertzBenefits.com. To include, but not limited to:
  • Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental
  • Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
  • Life Insurance: (Hertz-paid Basic Life Insurance provides coverage equal to one-times your base annual pay, at no cost to you)
  • Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching: Hertz will match your contributions dollar for dollar on the first 3% you contribute and 50 cents per dollar on the next 2% you contribute.
  • Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
  • Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
  • Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
  • Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more

Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent is required. A valid driver’s license is required. Strong computer skills and multitasking skills are needed. Excellent written and spoken communication.

About Us

We put Safety First, no compromises, because protecting our people and communities drives every choice we make. We Do the Right Thing, showing integrity and respect in every interaction. We encourage open dialogue and Debate With Respect, knowing diverse perspectives make us stronger; once a decision is made, we move forward together with conviction. We Own It, act like owners, and Drive Results with accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Here, you’ll join a team that moves with purpose, collaborates with trust, and is committed to excellence in everything we do.