Entry-level management trainee supporting branch sales, customer service, fleet and facility operations, finance and reporting, and leadership development with the goal of promotion to Branch Manager within 12–18 months.
Hertz Local Edition (HLE) is focused on delivering flexible, local rental solutions to a wide range of customers outside of our airport hubs. Our team is built on leadership, service, and operational excellence. If you're ready to take charge and grow your career in a fast-paced environment, you've cruised to the right spot.
We’re hiring a Manager Trainee to support location performance, develop leadership skills, and prepare for promotion to Branch Manager in as little as 12–18 months. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn all aspects of our business.
What You’ll Get:
- The hourly rate / wage for this role is $18.00
- Overtime Pay: Eligible (The company pays overtime in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Per company policy, approval is required prior to the use of overtime)
- Holiday Pay: Eligible (1.5 x regular pay rate for hours worked on a designated holiday, in addition to receiving 8 hours of holiday pay)
- Sick Pay: Granted Up to 40 hours
- Paid Time Off / Vacation / Paid observed Holidays (Accruals start at .83 Days a Month, 4 Floating Holidays, 9 Paid Observed Holidays)
- Benefits: Further program information can be found here at HertzBenefits.com. To include, but not limited to:
- Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental
- Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
- Life Insurance: (Hertz-paid Basic Life Insurance provides coverage equal to one-times your base annual pay, at no cost to you)
- Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching: Hertz will match your contributions dollar for dollar on the first 3% you contribute and 50 cents per dollar on the next 2% you contribute.
- Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
- Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
- Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
- Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more
What You’ll Do:
- Sales & Customer Service
- Support achievement of location sales goals
- Deliver excellent customer experience to contribute to high customer service scores
- Learn and apply sales techniques and CRM best practices
- Operations & Fleet Management
- Gain hands-on experience in fleet logistics and inventory control
- Assist with store operations and compliance
- Vehicle and Facility Care
- Support team with miscellaneous task including but not limited to cleaning and preparing vehicles for customers, lot management, and customer service assistance
- Finance & Administration
- Learn finance processes and support deal completion
- Understand reporting, documentation, and business metrics
- Leadership Development
- Shadow and support management in daily operations
- Build skills in team leadership, scheduling, and performance coaching
- Prepare for future leadership roles through structured training
- Learn how role contributes to/impacts the overall financial wellbeing of the company
What We’re Looking For:
- Must be 20 years of age or older
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Valid driver’s license
- Strong computer and multitasking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to grow
- Exceptional time management skills
- Flexible scheduling including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Presentable attire
- Experience working in a professional environment
About Us
We put Safety First, no compromises, because protecting our people and communities drives every choice we make. We Do the Right Thing, showing integrity and respect in every interaction. We encourage open dialogue and Debate With Respect, knowing diverse perspectives make us stronger; once a decision is made, we move forward together with conviction. We Own It, act like owners, and Drive Results with accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Here, you’ll join a team that moves with purpose, collaborates with trust, and is committed to excellence in everything we do.
Apply today and shift your career into drive for tomorrow!
About UsThe Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.
At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our culture – and our success and reputation as a company.
Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics that make them unique.
EOE, including disability/veteran
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