ProTechnician Associate (Early Career Technician)

Herc Rentals; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision care

Life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Herc Rentals is seeking a ProTechnician Associate (Early Career Technician) in Pensacola, FL. This full-time role focuses on maintaining the equipment yard, performing basic maintenance, and learning to troubleshoot diesel equipment alongside certified technicians.

It offers training and development to progress toward advanced technician roles within Herc Rentals, supporting yard, mechanic, and technician operations in a dynamic equipment rental environment.

Qualifications

• Valid driver''s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently
• Work indoors and outdoors as required
• Willing to learn electrical and hydraulic schematics

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance checks and basic maintenance on heavy and construction equipment to ensure they are rental-ready.
• Assist in loading and unloading equipment for customers and internal transport.
• Clean, maintain, and organize equipment and machinery in the yard.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot minor issues with equipment and perform necessary repairs.
• Coordinate with the Mechanic team for more complex repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and protocols while performing maintenance tasks.
• Support the Yard Technician team and assist with yard operations as needed.
• Collaborate with the Mechanic team to learn advanced repair skills and techniques.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Autonomy

Tools

Boom lifts

Forklifts

Compressors

Generators

Hydraulics

Pumps

Job description

ProTechnician Associate (Early Career Technician)

Pensacola, FL, USA, 32514

Employment Status: Full-time

Posting Start Date: 8/12/26

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

The ProTechnician Associate role is a one-of-a-kind and dynamic position that acts as a catalyst role to becoming an experienced technician. It stands out in its duty to maintain the cleanliness and organization of the location's equipment yard, while also conducting basic maintenance and repairs on equipment to ensure operational readiness. Working side by side with certified technicians, you will receive training and development to accurately troubleshoot and diagnose diesel equipment problems, perform repairs, recondition and service heavy equipment and components.

The ProTechnician Associate role is a stepping stone to more advanced positions within the company. It offers the opportunity to grow technical skills while supporting the yard, mechanic, and technician operations, paving the way for a rewarding career in the construction equipment industry.

What you will do…

• Perform routine preventative maintenance checks and basic maintenance on heavy and construction equipment to ensure they are rental-ready.
• Assist in loading and unloading equipment for customers and internal transport.
• Clean, maintain, and organize equipment and machinery in the yard.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot minor issues with equipment and perform necessary repairs.
• Coordinate with the Mechanic team for more complex repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and protocols while performing maintenance tasks.
• Support the Yard Technician team and assist with yard operations as needed.
• Collaborate with the Mechanic team to learn advanced repair skills and techniques.

Requirements

• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds frequently
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors when required of the job
• Some knowledge in electrical and hydraulic systems and willing to learn how to read schematics

Skills

• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn more complex mechanical skills.
• Ability to operate and test equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, portable and stationary generators, hydraulics, pumps and assorted tools and equipment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and take initiative.
• Safety-conscious with a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Req #: 70935

Pay Range: $19.00-$21.00 Per Hour

Our long-term strategy underscores the understanding that our success depends on the dedication and capability of our team members. We are focused on attracting, retaining and empowering talented and dedicated people to build the best team in the equipment rental industry. We also seek to build a team that reflects the variety of people, cultures and communities we interact with every day and to create an inclusive, productive environment in which all team members feel valued and respected.

Herc Rentals provides an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes a competitive salary, retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical, dental, vision care, life insurance coverage, paid vacation and holidays.

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.