Senior Field Service Mechanic – Heavy Equipment Expert

Herc Rentals; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 71,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Job summary

Herc Rentals in Abilene, TX is seeking a Field Service Mechanic A to serve as a master technician and a branch leader in product knowledge and quality standards. You will keep Herc fleet in proper operating condition on customer jobsites and work independently at various times of the day while building strong customer relationships.

The role includes preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of heavy equipment, plus educating customers on proper use and safety.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate and test equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, generators, hydraulics, pumps and assorted tools and equipment.
• Ability to understand detailed technical schematics, owner manuals, and product warning labels.
• Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and services.
• Ability to be on call to support operational needs.
• A valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a consistent schedule of performing preventative maintenance of all Herc owned fleet at long term customer job sites.
• Oversee and conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services.
• Diagnose and repair heavy equipment as required to ensure proper operating condition at the job site.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot fuel systems, electrical systems, hydraulic systems and propane systems.
• Recondition and replace assorted parts to return equipment to a safely functioning state.
• Educating customers on proper use of equipment to avoid future breakdowns.
• Analyze problem areas for any significant wear or tear and address to ensure proper usage of the equipment until your next scheduled visit.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines posted at active jobsite where repairs and maintenance are completed.
• Maintain work area on jobsite in a clean and organized manner.
• Produce timely and detailed service reports and repair logs.
• Follow all company’s filed procedures and protocols.
• Build positive relationships with customers.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Boom lifts

Forklifts

Compressors

Generators

Hydraulics

Pumps

Job description

Herc Rentals in Abilene, TX is seeking a Field Service Mechanic A to serve as a master technician and a branch leader in product knowledge and quality standards. You will keep Herc fleet in proper operating condition on customer jobsites and work independently at various times of the day while building strong customer relationships.

The role includes preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of heavy equipment, plus educating customers on proper use and safety.