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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 607 locations and has about 10,000 employees in North America as of June 30, 2026.
In Canada, Herc Rentals has a significant presence with multiple locations across the country. The company provides a wide range of equipment rental services to various industries, including construction, industrial, and government sectors. Herc Rentals is committed to supporting Canadian businesses by offering high-quality equipment and exceptional customer service. The company also focuses on safety and sustainability, ensuring that its operations comply with Canadian regulations and standards.
Job Purpose
Herc Rentals is seeking a certified Journeyman Off-Road Technician or Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) to join our team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled mechanic with strong diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities who enjoys working on a diverse fleet of power generation and environmental control equipment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment including generators, diesel engines, pumps, heaters, dehumidifiers, air movers, and HVAC equipment. Experience working with both Tier 3 and Tier 4 engines and generator systems is highly preferred.
This position offers a blend of shop-based (70%) and field-based (30%) work, along with participation in a rotational on-call schedule every second week.
What you will do...
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Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled inspections on Herc-owned rental equipment.
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Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair generators and diesel-powered equipment.
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Service and maintain pumps, heaters, HVAC equipment, dehumidifiers, and air movers.
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Diagnose and repair Tier 3 and Tier 4 diesel engines and associated systems.
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Troubleshoot hydraulic, fuel, electrical, and mechanical issues to identify root causes and complete effective repairs.
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Perform oil changes, lubrication, battery replacements, hose repairs, and component replacements as required.
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Conduct field service calls and emergency repairs at customer locations.
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Complete inspections and identify equipment deficiencies before they impact performance or reliability.
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Maintain detailed service reports, repair records, and work orders.
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Follow all company safety procedures and customer site requirements.
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Maintain clean and organized work areas in both shop and field environments.
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Build strong relationships with customers through professional communication and service excellence.
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Participate in the rotational on-call schedule to support customer operations and equipment uptime.
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Perform other duties as required to support branch operations.
Skills
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Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities.
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Strong understanding of diesel engine systems and power generation equipment.
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Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
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Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong customer service and communication skills.
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Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and equipment reliability.
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Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while remaining a collaborative team member.
Requirements
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Journeyman Off-Road Technician Certification or Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) Certification required.
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Apprentices will not be considered.
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Strong experience repairing and maintaining generators and diesel-powered equipment.
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Proven experience troubleshooting and repairing Tier 3 and Tier 4 engines.
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Experience working with pumps, heaters, HVAC equipment, dehumidification, and air movement equipment is an asset.
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Strong diagnostic skills across electrical, fuel, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
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Ability to work independently in the field and collaboratively in a shop environment.
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Ability to participate in an on-call rotation every two weeks.
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Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence.
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Clean driver's abstract required.
Req #: 70663
Type: Replacement
Pay Range: $41-$45 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 which are not limited to the following.
Keeping you healthy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Life and disability insurance
Healthcare spending account
Smoking Cessation Program
Weight Loss Program
Herc Life Wellness Program
Building Your Financial Future
Company matched Pension Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Registered Retirement Savings Plan
Non Registered Savings Plan
Tax Free Spending Account (TFSA)
Life & Work Harmony
Paid Vacation Time Off (Minimum 3 weeks)
Paid sick days
Military leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Mechanic Tool reimbursement of up to $500 per year
Auto & Home Insurance Discounts
Protecting You & Your Family
Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Herc Rentals is an equal opportunity employer. Herc Rentals does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) for sourcing or recruiting candidates.