Area Maintenance Manager - S. Gulf Region
Herc Rentals
Baton Rouge, LA
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90,000–$100,000 Per Year
LOCATION
Baton Rouge, LA
POSTED
30+ days ago
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Date: Sep 5, 2025
Location: Baton Rouge, LA, US, 70817
Company: Herc Rentals
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Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2024 total revenues reaching approximately $3.6 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 620+ locations and has about 10,200 employees in North America as of June 30, 2025.
Job Purpose
The Area Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective maintenance of heavy equipment across multiple locations. This role involves overseeing maintenance operations, managing a team of technicians, and ensuring all equipment is in optimal working condition to support the company's operational goals.
Estimated 70% travel and must live near a major airport.
What you will do...
Leadership & Supervision:
+ Lead and manage a team of maintenance technicians, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations.
+ Develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure timely and efficient repairs and servicing of equipment.
+ Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the maintenance team.
Maintenance Operations:
+ Oversee the inspection, maintenance, and repair of heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, cranes, and other machinery.
+ Ensure all maintenance activities are documented accurately and in a timely manner.
+ Coordinate with the operations team to prioritize equipment repairs and minimize downtime.
Budget & Inventory Management:
+ Manage the maintenance budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
+ Monitor and maintain inventory levels of spare parts and maintenance supplies.
+ Negotiate with vendors and suppliers for parts and services as needed.
Compliance & Safety:
+ Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
+ Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
+ Promote and enforce a strong safety culture within the maintenance team.
Reporting & Analysis:
+ Prepare and present regular reports on maintenance activities, equipment performance, and budget status.
+ Analyze maintenance data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and cost-saving opportunities.
+ Implement corrective actions based on data analysis and feedback.
Requirements
+ Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred.
+ 5 years of experience in maintenance management, preferably in the heavy equipment industry.
Skills
+ Strong leadership and team management skills.
+ Excellent knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance and repair practices.
+ Proficient in maintenance management software and tools.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
+ Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
+ Technical expertise in heavy equipment maintenance
+ Budget and inventory management
+ Safety and compliance knowledge
+ Analytical and problem-solving skills
+ Effective communication and interpersonal skills
+ Proficiency in maintenance management software
Req #: 63599
Pay Range: $90k - $100k
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.
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