Yard Technician
Herc Rentals
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- Location
- Mackay, QLD
- Type
- Casual
- Salary
- $24.62 an hour
About the role
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.
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
Our branch is looking for a yard worker to maintain organization of the yard and equipment all while providing support to shop operations. This position is Monday to Friday 7 am - 4 pm.
What you will do...
- Loading and unloading of rental equipment
- Status verification of equipment on the yard
- Stage equipment for delivery
- Stage equipment for maintenance and repair activity
- Ability to diagnose and repair earth moving and aerial equipment
- Review reservation reports to ensure the correct equipment is ready to rent
- Wash and light maintenance of equipment, function checks of equipment prior to the next rental
- Equipment quality inspections
- Maintain organization on the yard
- Ability to deal with customers as required
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s license
- A recent abstract will be required
- Previous experience repairing small tools considered an asset
- Previous experience in warehouse or general labour considered an asset
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
- Must be able to work indoors and outdoors when required of the job.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks; stretch, turn, twist, and reach overhead; bend, crouch, squat, kneel, and stoop for extended periods of time.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
- Forklift certifciation strong asset.
- Must be a teamplayer with a positive attitude.
Skills
- Results orientated, process and problem-solving skills
- Team player with initiative and a positive attitude
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Capable of driving equipment
- Yard or other operational experience at an equipment rental yard
- Construction related experience
Req #: 72605
Type: Replacement
Pay Range: $24.62 per hour + $1050 per month living allowance
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
Smoking Cessation Program
Weight Loss Program
Herc Life Wellness Program
Building Your Financial Future
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
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.
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