Mechanic A

North American Transportation Management Institute; Mableton (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Herc Rentals in Mableton, GA is seeking a Mechanic A to lead fleet maintenance and serve as a master technician within the branch.

You will mentor B and C level mechanics, perform preventative and corrective maintenance, and ensure equipment is kept on the rental ready line with safe, professional practices.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of experience repairing heavy equipment
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs
• Own a sufficient selection of hand and power tools to complete most repairs

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a consistent preventive maintenance schedule for all Herc fleet at the branch
• Operate and test equipment to meet quality and efficiency standards
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs independently
• Diagnose engines, electrical, hydraulic, and fuel systems
• Perform major repairs using diagnostics and tools
• Conduct oil changes, lubrication, tire replacements and other services
• Assist shop lead with damage estimates and repairs
• Enter and review work orders and order parts via fleet management system
• Recondition and replace parts of heavy equipment
• Take service calls and dispatch Field Service Mechanics as needed

Skills

Technical schematics

Operate equipment

Vehicle operation

Customer follow-up

Tool handling

Attention to detail

Written/verbal communication

Computer literacy

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

Boom lifts

Forklifts

Compressors

Generators

Hydraulics

Pumps

Job description

Job Title: Mechanic A

Mableton, GA, USA, 30126

Employment Status: Full-time

Posting Start Date: 8/19/26

Mon - Fri Schedule

Weekly Pay / Full Benefits + 401k Match, Employee Stock Purchase, and PTO Accrual

$5,000 Sign On Bonus!

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

As a Mechanic A, you are a mastertechnician and will assume a leadership role in product knowledge and standards of quality within the branch. Mechanic A's have masteredthe standard operating procedures at the branch, region, and national level and serve as a mentor to B and C level mechanics. The primary focus of a Herc Rentals Mechanic A is to utilize their mechanical expertise to lead fleet maintenance operations needed to keep Herc Rentals equipment on the rental \"ready line\". This goal can be achieved safely and professionally through an effective preventative and corrective maintenance program.

What you will do...

• 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 instrumentsindependently


• 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


• Diagnoses 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

Requirements

• 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

Skills

• Ability to understand detailed technical schematics, owner manuals, and product warning labels


• Ability to operate and test equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, portable and stationary generators, hydraulics, pumps and assorted tools and equipment


• Ability to drive/operate multiple types of vehicles and equipment


• Ability to follow up with customers in a timely manner


• Ability to handle assorted tools properly and safely


• Attention to detail


• Must possess solid written and verbal communication skills and be able to perform basic computer operations such as opening and closing work orders


• Solid and proven computer skill set to enter work orders


• Understanding the importance of time management

Req #: 70840

Pay Range: $30 - $35 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.

Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.

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


• Mechanic Tool reimbursement of up to $500 per year


• 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.