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Yard Technician

$28.4 per hour

Herc Rentals

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 609 locations and has about 9,700 employees in North America as of March 31, 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.

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

Skills

  • Results orientated, process and problem-solving skills
  • Team player with initiative and a positive attitude
  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Capable of driving equipment
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs
  • Yard or other operational experience at an equipment rental yard
  • Construction related experience

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

Req # : 69775

Type: Replacement

Pay Range: $28.40 per hour, union rate plus 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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