Manager Trainee: Fast-Track to Branch Leadership

Hertz-1; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Rentals discount

Paid time off

Medical Dental Vision

Job summary

Hertz Local Edition is seeking a Manager Trainee in Oceanside, CA to support location performance, develop leadership skills, and prepare for promotion to Branch Manager in 12–18 months. The role offers learning across sales, operations, fleet, and admin with a clear path to leadership.

The position pays $18.00 per hour with overtime eligibility, and includes benefits, paid time off, and opportunities to grow within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 20+ years old and have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and learn all business aspects.

Responsibilities

• Support achievement of location sales goals.
• Deliver excellent customer experience to drive high service scores.
• Learn and apply sales techniques and CRM best practices.
• Gain hands-on experience in fleet logistics and inventory control.
• Assist with store operations and compliance.
• Support team with vehicle prep, lot management, and customer service tasks.
• Learn finance processes and support deal completion.
• Shadow and support management to develop leadership skills.

Skills

Customer service

Sales techniques

CRM basics

Time management

Multitasking

Written & verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hertz Local Edition is seeking a Manager Trainee in Oceanside, CA to support location performance, develop leadership skills, and prepare for promotion to Branch Manager in 12–18 months. The role offers learning across sales, operations, fleet, and admin with a clear path to leadership.

The position pays $18.00 per hour with overtime eligibility, and includes benefits, paid time off, and opportunities to grow within a fast-paced environment.