Shop Supervisor

Herc Rentals Inc; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

A rental equipment company is seeking a Shop Supervisor in Carlsbad, New Mexico. This role involves supervising mechanics and yard workers, maintaining a clean workspace, and ensuring all equipment is in optimal condition. Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical issues, developing maintenance schedules, and effectively communicating with customers. Applicants should have a high-school diploma, valid driver’s license, and own a general mechanic’s toolkit. Competitive benefits include medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED is required.
• A valid driver’s license is necessary.
• Capability to support a heavy equipment fleet with personal tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop schedules for maintenance tasks for mechanics and yard techs.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot various equipment systems.
• Operate various heavy machinery and tools.
• Communicate professionally with customers.
• Maintain organized workspace and record keeping.

Skills

Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs

Ability to operate large, heavy machinery

Customer service skills

Solid written and verbal communication skills

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Tools

General mechanic’s tool set

Job description

Shop Supervisor

Job Purpose

The purpose of the Shop Supervisor position is to utilize the mechanical expertise of the candidate to support the needs of the branch in a professional, safe and timely manner. An individual in this position will be responsible for the training, development and management of all of the heavy equipment mechanics, yard workers and utility workers, appraising their performances and utilizing the most cost‑effective means for maintenance and repair of all rental and service equipment. The candidate will also ensure that all service calls are handled in a professional and precise manner at the highest standards of quality. This incumbent is a master technician and assumes a leadership role of product knowledge within the branch and acts as a professional representative of Herc Rentals with our customers. He/she performs at a high standard of quality level within the branch. He/she has mastered the operating standards of the facility, the region and corporation.

What you will do …

• Develop consistent and regular schedules for all of the mechanics and yard technicians to perform various types of maintenance on heavy equipment, construction equipment and various pieces of machinery
• Diagnose and troubleshoot fuel systems, electrical systems, hydraulic systems and propane systems
• Operate equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, portable and stationary generators, hydraulics, pumps and assorted tools and equipment
• Communicate effectively and professionally with customers
• Satisfy and audit, in a timely manner, all required documentation, timesheets, checklists, receiving records and repair order and maintenance logs
• Manage and order various parts for the equipment
• Supervise the work area to maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Assist mechanics with other duties
• Assist with general service and maintenance record keeping
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• High‑school diploma or GED
• A valid driver’s license
• Own a general mechanic’s tool set, capable of supporting a heavy equipment fleet, and be willing to expand one’s own personal tool collection

Skills

• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to operate large, heavy machinery
• Ability to read and comprehend the standards of operating procedures, owner’s manuals and product/warning labels
• Customer service skills
• Solid written and verbal communication skills and ability to perform basic computer operations
• Understands the importance of time management, standards of operating procedures, owner’s manuals and product/warning labels

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
• 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.