Lead Rental Technician

The Home Depot

. Perform a full range of repairs on light construction equipment, including skid steers, chippers, trenchers, and mini-excavators .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeSouth Plainfield • New Jersey • United StatesSenior💰 $28 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in diagnosing and repairing light construction equipment, including gas and diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems. Proficient in maintaining equipment compliance and providing superior customer service while effectively communicating technical information.

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Equipment RepairGas And Diesel Engine MaintenanceHydraulic System DiagnosisCustomer Service ExcellenceTechnical Manual Interpretation

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Hard Skills

Mechanical RepairElectrical System RepairHydraulic System RepairParts Inventory ManagementEquipment DeploymentTechnical Repair DocumentationAdvanced Mechanical DiagnosisPDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection)Equipment DeliverySafety Training

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationCustomer InteractionProblem SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Handheld TechnologyCompany Technology Platform

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Light Construction EquipmentFleet MaintenanceRental EquipmentOutdoor Working ConditionsTechnical Or Trade School Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform a full range of repairs on light construction equipment, including skid steers, chippers, trenchers, and mini-excavators
Maintain a fleet of rental equipment and diagnose, maintain, and repair gas and diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, fuel systems, and brake systems
Review Down Equipment Reports and prioritize repairs and service calls with the leader
Obtain repair parts and maintain timely and accurate parts inventory
Document all equipment work, labor, and parts using the company technology platform
Perform tasks at store locations, company shop locations, and customer job sites
Deploy new equipment, perform PDIs, deliver equipment to stores, and train associates and customers on safe operation and procedures
Support rental centers and customers throughout the rental period, including equipment delivery
Maintain vehicle compliance with company, federal, and driver standards
Assist with equipment deliveries and pickups
Communicate with store associates, technicians, customers, and regional leadership
Typically report to the Regional Field Operations Manager; no direct reports
Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be twenty-one years of age or older
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States
Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Ability to diagnose and complete advanced mechanical repairs, including engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems
Ability to read and understand technical repair and parts manuals for mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and other equipment components
Experience and ability to provide superior customer service
Working knowledge of handheld technology (smartphone, laptop, tablet)
Ability to operate in extreme outdoor working conditions
Valid driver's license in state applying
Minimum 3 years of work experience
Must continuously stand or walk and regularly lift/handle/carry moderate-weight material or equipment (8–20 pounds)
Technical or Trade School listed as preferred education
Experience repairing and maintaining gas/diesel engines, automotive or industrial equipment listed as preferred
Ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to convey complex or technical ideas and processes in easy-to-understand terms to diverse audiences