Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic & Mentor

North American Transportation Management Institute; Louisiana (MO); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Herc Rentals in Cameron, LA seeks a Mechanic B to maintain heavy equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and mentor junior mechanics. You will follow SOPs at branch and national levels and ensure equipment stays on the rental ready line.

The role requires 2 years of heavy equipment repair experience, tool ownership, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in heavy equipment repair.
• Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and services.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• 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 with minimal supervision.
• 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 instruments with minimal supervision.
• Conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services.
• Utilize warranty repairs timeframes to save and mark parts, correct parts and labor on a work order, or contact vendor when necessary.
• Enter 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.
• Maintain work area in a clean and organized manner.
• Produce timely and detailed service reports and repair logs.
• Assist in training "C" Mechanics while taking direction from the shop lead.
• Follow all company's filed procedures and protocols.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical schematics

Equipment operation

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Vehicle operation

Customer follow-up

Tool handling

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Time management

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Herc Rentals in Cameron, LA seeks a Mechanic B to maintain heavy equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and mentor junior mechanics. You will follow SOPs at branch and national levels and ensure equipment stays on the rental ready line.

The role requires 2 years of heavy equipment repair experience, tool ownership, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.