Mechanic A
Herc RentalsJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
Mechanic A at Herc Rentals in Jackson, MS is a hands on leadership role focused on keeping our fleet on the rental ready line while upholding branch, region and national quality standards and mentoring B and C level mechanics. You will develop and follow a preventive maintenance schedule, diagnose engines, hydraulics, electrical and fuel systems, perform major repairs, enter work orders in the fleet management system, and assist with customer damage estimates. Requirements include a high school diploma, 3 years of heavy equipment repair, ability to lift 50 lbs, and ownership of basic hand and power tools. Pay is $27-$30 per hour. For best results, tailor your resume to highlight leadership, maintenance outcomes, and the ability to read schematics and use fleet software, with concrete downtime reduction examples.
Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2025 total revenues reaching approximately $4.4 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 609 locations and has about 9,700 employees in North America as of March 31, 2026.
Job Purpose
As a Mechanic A, you are a master technician and will assume a leadership role in product knowledge and standards of quality within the branch. Mechanic A’s have mastered the standard operating procedures at the branch, region, and national level and serve as a mentor to B and C level mechanics. The primary focus of a Herc Rentals Mechanic A is to utilize their mechanical expertise to lead fleet maintenance operations needed to keep Herc Rentals equipment on the rental “ready line”. This goal can be achieved safely and professionally through an effective preventative and corrective maintenance program.
What you will do...
- Develop and 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 independently
- 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 independently
- Conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services
- Assist shop lead with customer damage estimates and repairs
- Enter and review 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
- Take service calls when shop lead is absent and dispatch Field Service Mechanic to ensure repairs are completed in a timely and efficient fashion
- Maintain work area in a clean and organized manner
- Produce timely and detailed service reports and repair log
- Assist in training “C” and “B” Mechanics while taking direction from the shop lead
- Follow all company’s filed procedures and protocols
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements
- H.S. Diploma or equivalent
- 3 years of experience repairing heavy equipment
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs
- Ownership of sufficient selection of hand and air/electric tools to complete most repairs and services
Skills
- Ability to understand detailed technical schematics, owner manuals, and product warning labels
- 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 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
- Attention to detail
- 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
Req #: 69669
Pay Range: $27 - $30 per hour
Our long-term strategy underscores the understanding that our success depends on the dedication and capability of our team members. We are focused on attracting, retaining and empowering talented and dedicated people to build the best team in the equipment rental industry. We also seek to build a team that reflects the variety of people, cultures and communities we interact with every day and to create an inclusive, productive environment in which all team members feel valued and respected.
Herc Rentals provides an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes a competitive salary, retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical, dental, vision care, life insurance coverage, paid vacation and holidays.
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.