Apprentice Mechanic
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Description
Job Purpose
The purpose of a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Apprentice is to utilize their mechanical expertise to support the needs of the branch in a professional, safe and timely manner. An individual in this position will work to keep all equipment in top running condition through an effective preventative maintenance program.
What you will do...
- Follow 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 under direct supervision.
- Diagnose small tools and light rental equipment with assistance from senior mechanics.
- Perform major repairs to maintain fleet equipment using diagnostic tools, hand tools, and measuring instruments under direct supervision.
- Conduct oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services.
- Enter work orders and complete part ordering via fleet management system.
- Assist in reconditioning and replacing assorted parts of the heavy equipment.
- Learn what is covered and not covered by warranties.
- Maintain work area in a clean and organized manner.
- Produce timely and detailed service reports and repair logs.
- Follow all company’s filed procedures and protocols.
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Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be a Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician registered apprentice, preference to 2nd, 3rd or 4th year.
- Must be a team player with a coachable attitude, and strong work ethic.
- Ability to work constructively under pressure.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.
- Demonstrates initiative and strong organizational skills.
- Exceptional communication skills while maintaining a professional customer service focused attitude.
- Valid driver’s license and recent abstract will be required
Skills
- Interpersonal skills, teamwork, listening skills, and dependability.
- Ability to drive and operate multiple types of vehicles and equipment.
- Ability to handle assorted tools properly and safely.
- Ability to follow up with customers in a timely manner.
- Attention to detail.
- Solid written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with all employees of the branch and all levels of the company.
- Solid computer skills to enter, open, and close work orders.
- Understanding of the importance of time management.
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors as required.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks, including stretching, turning, twisting, and reaching overhead.
- Ability to bend, crouch, squat, kneel, and stoop for extended periods.