Is Herc Rentals a good company to work for?

Herc Rentals has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5, based on over 685 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months. 73% of employees would recommend working at Herc Rentals to a friend and 67% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Herc Rentals have been left by employees working as Pro Sales Associate , ProSales Associate and Territory Sales Representative .

Does Herc Rentals pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Herc Rentals employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Herc Rentals. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Herc Rentals?

73% of Herc Rentals employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Herc Rentals 3.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Herc Rentals?

Territory Sales Representative (54) , Sales Representative (29) , Branch Manager (27) , Pro Sales Associate (27) , ProSales Associate (19) , Sales Coordinator (18) , Mechanic (16) , Coordinator (13) , Sales Associate (13) , Sales (12) , Outside Sales Representative (11) , Sales and Operations Coordinator (11) , Analyst (9) , Manager (9) , Field Service Technician (8)

What are the pros of working at Herc Rentals according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits are good and the company takes care of their employees kind of.." ((in 61 reviews)); "The pay is good and their is room for growth." ((in 45 reviews)); "Great people to work with at locations/branches" ((in 42 reviews)); "They believe in people and having a great culture" ((in 21 reviews)); "Great team to assist with any needs" ((in 15 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Herc Rentals according to real employee reviews?

"Bad management will break you, Heard horror stories from other branches." ((in 32 reviews)); "Heavy handed upper management." ((in 18 reviews)); "And bad training" ((in 16 reviews)); "Long hours and must be on call on weekends" ((in 15 reviews)); "Sales managers always want to know where you are and what you are doing." ((in 13 reviews))

What are employees saying about Herc Rentals layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Herc Rentals layoffs and their outlook for job security at Herc Rentals in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Herc Rentals locations?

Bonita Springs , Atlanta , Charlotte , Oklahoma City , Chicago , Houston , Dallas , Denver , Seattle , Fort Myers , Nashville , Baton Rouge , Orlando , Virginia Beach , Saint Louis , New York , Milwaukee , Raleigh , Wilmington , Springdale , Indianapolis , Cincinnati , Columbus , San Diego , Upper Marlboro , Tampa , Newark , Phoenix , Jackson , Memphis

Herc Rentals reviews

3.8

73% would recommend to a friend

(668 total reviews)

Larry Silber

81% approve of CEO

67% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.7

Culture & values

3.7

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.6

Career opportunities

3.5

Work/Life balance

3.4

Senior management

Herc Rentals has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 668 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Herc Rentals employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

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668 reviews

3.0

Jun 27, 2024

Herc Rentals

Rental coordinator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great people, adaptable schedule, rental discount for home projects,

Cons

No path upward except in sales, benefits were not great, Rental system remembers the grunge era, educational opportunities lacking.

Herc Rentals Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback on your tenure at Herc Rentals. It’s heartening to hear that you enjoyed working with a great team and appreciated the flexibility of an adaptable schedule, as well as the personal benefits such as rental discounts for home projects. These are indeed some of the perks that make Herc Rentals a pleasant place to work. I’d like to clarify that Herc Rentals is committed to providing strong career advancement opportunities across various departments, not limited to sales. We understand the importance of professional growth and strive to offer clear career paths for all employees. Additionally, we take pride in our comprehensive learning opportunities designed to support our employees’ educational and professional development needs. We acknowledge that there is always room for improvement, and we continuously work on enhancing our systems and benefits to meet and exceed our employees’ expectations. Your insights are valuable, and we are dedicated to addressing these areas to ensure a fulfilling and rewarding experience for all team members. If you have any further suggestions or require assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out. We are here to support you in your career journey with Herc Rentals. Michael.Nastri@hercrentals.com

3.0

Jun 20, 2024

its okay

Sales coordinator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

weekly pay and a decent amount of time off

Cons

a little misleading from the recruiter and there is way too much pressure to move to sales.

Herc Rentals Response

1y

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your experience at Herc Rentals. It's encouraging to hear that you value the weekly pay and the amount of time off provided. These benefits are important for maintaining a good work-life balance. I understand your concerns regarding the recruitment process and the pressure to move into sales. It's crucial for job roles and expectations to be clearly communicated from the outset to avoid any misunderstandings. Your advice to management about increasing transparency on roles and pay is constructive and could help improve the experience for current and future employees. If you have any further insights or need assistance on how to approach this matter with your management, feel free to reach out. I'm here to help in any way I can. Michael.Nastri@hercrentals.com

5.0

Jun 15, 2024

Great place

Pro sales associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay, benefits, time off, career progression

Cons

Favoritism, hard work not noticed

Herc Rentals Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your experience working at Herc Rentals. It’s great to hear that you appreciate the pay, benefits, time off, and career progression opportunities. These are indeed valuable aspects of a rewarding career. Regarding the concerns about favoritism and hard work not being noticed, it’s important to address these issues to ensure a fair and motivating work environment. It might be helpful to bring these concerns to your manager or HR department, as they can take steps to ensure recognition and opportunities are based on merit and performance. Open communication and feedback can often lead to positive changes and improvements in the workplace. If you’re looking for more specific advice or actions to take, please let me know, and I’ll do my best to assist you. Michael.Nastri@hercrentals.com

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