Job Description
Job Title:  Helper
Farmingdale, NY, USA, 11735
Employment Status:  Full-time
Posting Start Date:  8/21/26

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 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.

 

Job Purpose

Those who are skilled in the use of tools but who lack experience and skill necessary for the maintenance, repair and rebuilding of Contractors equipment and generally help a Class "A" or Class "B" Mechanic.
Also includes those who are experienced in the maintenance, repair and rebuilding of engines sold, serviced, and repaired by the Employer and who need supervision for the successful performance of their duties.

 

What you will do...

  • Help with pre-processes of finished goods
  • Deburr pieces from waterjet, sandblasting & general clean up
  • Help to load and unload internal truck drivers, outside haulers and customers
  • Verify delivery tickets and returns for accuracy
  • Review orders and stage equipment for drivers
  • Perform routine checks on rental equipment to ensure it is safe and in good working order
  • Maintain and clean and organized yard and work area
  • Answer and resolve customer questions 
  • Provide customers with expert advice on the selection, operation and maintenance of all the various types of equipment 

 

  • Support all team members

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in maintenance or a related field preferred.
  • 1 - 3 year of relatable experience
  • A valid driver's license with a clean driving record

 

Skills

  • Ability to communicate with customers
  • Ability to input information into computer systems
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks; stretch, turn, twist, and reach overhead; bend, crouch, squat, kneel, and stoop for extended periods of time
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
  • Ability to safely drive and operate multiple types of vehicles and equipment
  • Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Programs
  • Ability to safely lift up to 50 LBs
  • Communication
  • Computer Skills
  • Dependability
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Listening Skills
  • Must be able to work indoors and outdoors when required of the job

 

Req #: 70779

Pay Range: Union Rate: $41.10 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

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.