Rental Branch Manager - IAH

Mustang Cat; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mustang Cat's Mustang Rental Services in Houston is seeking an experienced Rental Branch Manager to lead our North Houston rental operation and deliver strong branch performance across operations, customer service, and finance. The role requires a hands-on leader with at least 5 years in heavy equipment and 3 years in equipment rental, high school diploma, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

College degree preferred; relevant experience considered.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 5 years in heavy equipment industry.
• Minimum 3 years in equipment rental leadership.
• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and manage branch employees.
• Oversee daily equipment rental operations and workflow.
• Coordinate rental process from inquiry to delivery and prep.
• Ensure equipment inspection, maintenance, and readiness.
• Monitor equipment availability, utilization, and branch budgets.
• Maintain high standards for customer service and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Now Hiring: Rental Branch Manager – Houston, TX

Rental Branch Manager | Equipment Rental Manager | Heavy Equipment Rental Operations

Mustang Rental Services, a division of Mustang Cat, is seeking an experienced Rental Branch Manager to lead our North Houston rental operation. This role is responsible for the overall performance of the branch, including rental operations, team leadership, equipment readiness, customer service, and financial performance.

We're looking for a hands-on leader who understands the equipment rental business, knows how to keep a fast-paced operation running smoothly, and can build a strong team focused on safety and customer service.

What You'll Do

• Lead, develop, and manage branch employees


• Oversee daily equipment rental operations and workflow


• Coordinate the rental process from initial customer request through delivery, return, inspection, and preparation for the next rental


• Ensure rental equipment is inspected, repaired, maintained, and ready to meet customer demand


• Oversee equipment repair and make-ready activities


• Monitor equipment availability and utilization


• Manage branch invoicing, administrative functions, and operational reporting


• Develop and manage branch budgets and monitor financial performance


• Maintain high standards for customer service and resolve customer concerns


• Coordinate with service, transportation, sales, and other rental locations to support customer and operational needs


• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment


• Represent Mustang professionally with customers, employees, and the community

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• College degree preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered


• Minimum 5 years of experience in the heavy equipment industry


• Minimum 3 years of experience in the equipment rental industry


• Previous experience managing or leading an equipment rental operation strongly preferred
  
• Proven ability to lead employees and manage a fast-paced operation


• Strong understanding of equipment rental processes and customer service


• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint


• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision


• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Join Mustang Rental Services

If you're an experienced equipment rental professional ready to take ownership of a branch, lead a team, and drive strong operational performance, we want to hear from you.

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Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.