Job Details

Area Fleet Manager - Houston

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 serves customers through approximately 602 locations and has about 9,600 employees in North America as of December 31, 2025.

Job Purpose

The Area Fleet Manager will support multiple locations and various fleet to improve asset performance by optimizing fleet utilization and profitability and assisting with remarketing efforts. The Area Fleet Manager will work with the Region Fleet Operations Manager, Region Operations Managers, and Branch Managers to develop and execute a fleet strategy to optimize returns on overall fleet assets.

What You Will Do

Manage fleet utilization as a metric of FUR and UPA Lost Rent management trending, tracking, and movement of fleet throughout Regions/Division to eliminate un-needed purchases and transfers Seasonal fleet planning Snow removal, refineries, plant turnarounds Geographic/Product based specialization analysis Support rental need / deal sourcing as necessary Identify root cause of underperforming assets (rate, time ute, condition, etc) and suggest corrective action Deadline analysis work with Maintenance Managers and branches to provide heightened visibility to monitor trends, major failures, etc Based on analysis, identify opportunities for warranty collection Re-rent management weekly analysis of profit margins; reduce underperformance; re-negotiate with vendors Fleet aging analysis and follow up at local level Assist Fleet Manager on major projects Work detailed Fleet Plan at branch level Utilize Qlik Reports and train management on use Support all team members Compliance with inspections, vehicle condition, and pictures Work with Rental Sales Reps for retail sales opportunities Support MFS and auction process Control of assigned service vehicles proper fleet rotation; coordination with RAC Oversight of Service Fleet (delivery vehicles) for proper optimization Process Requisitions (based on authority limits) for low $ fleet and re-sale items Manage Re-sale assets proper stock levels, inventory on hand, etc Demonstrate active participation in Herc Rentals Safety Culture, always prioritizing the safety of team members and customers alike Learn and follow all company procedures and protocols

Requirements

A bachelor's degree is required Multi-Tasking individual who uses project management skills to accomplish goals Customer service focused Must react to changing business needs Solid and proven computer skill set (knowledge of MS Office is preferred) Works and communicates effectively with all levels of the company Ability to drive/operate multiple types of vehicles and equipment Ability to engage in natural verbal interaction with customers Ability to follow up with customers in a timely manner Able to walk into unfamiliar environments and adjust rapidly to the setting Sales and business acumen Strong fleet knowledge Excellent communication skills Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel programs Interpersonal skills Teamwork Listening Skills Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently Dependability An attention to detail

Req #: 68261 Pay Range: $70k - $80k Base salary + Bonus & Company Truck

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.