Field Service Mechanic A

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Field Service Mechanic A at Herc Rentals in Melrose Park, IL is a full-time onsite role for a master technician who keeps Herc’s fleet performing on customer sites. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, oil changes, tire and hose work, diagnose and repair heavy equipment, troubleshoot fuel, electrical, hydraulic and propane systems, recondition parts, and educate customers to avoid future breakdowns, all while maintaining a clean, safe jobsite and producing timely service reports. This position requires on-call availability, a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to operate equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, generators and hydraulics, basic tools, the ability to read schematics, and a valid driver’s license. Pay is union rate $55.35 per hour. If you are currently an employee, please apply using the Herc Employee Career Portal; in your application, emphasize field service and diagnostics, safety, customer relations, and your ability to manage time and multiple tasks.

If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals, please apply using this link: Herc Employee Career Portal

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2024 pro forma total revenues reaching approximately $5.1 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 612 locations and has about 9,900 employees in North America as of September 30, 2025.

Job Purpose

As a Field Service Mechanic A, you are a master technician and will assume a leadership role in product knowledge and standards of quality within the branch. You will serve as a go-to resource for utilizing your mechanical expertise to ensure Herc fleet remain in proper operating condition on our customer jobsites, at all times. Field Service Mechanics are dispatched to local jobsites at various times of the day and work independently without direct supervision. This provides the opportunity to build positive relationships with customers all while supporting the growth and improvement of your community.

What you will do...

• 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

Requirements

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• Ability to operate and test equipment such as boom lifts, forklifts, compressors, portable and stationary 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

Skills

• Ability to drive/operate multiple types of vehicles and equipment
• Ability to follow up with customers in a timely manner
• Ability to handle assorted tools properly and safely
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs
• Attention to detail
• Customer service skills to naturally converse with jobsite foreman
• Flexibility to adapt to changing needs on an active jobsite
• Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and efficiently
• Must possess solid written and verbal communication skills and be able to perform basic computer operations such as opening and closing work orders
• Solid and proven computer skill set to enter work orders
• Understanding the importance of time management
• Works and communicates effectively with all levels of the company

Req #: 67000

Pay Range: Union Rate $55.35 per hour 

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.

Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages.

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.