Mgr Trainee

About the Role

Hertz Local Edition (HLE) is focused on delivering flexible, local rental solutions to a wide range of customers outside of our airport hubs. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn all aspects of our business. As a Manager Trainee, you will support location performance, develop leadership skills, and prepare for promotion to Branch Manager in as little as 12–18 months.

Pay

The hourly wage for this role is $18.00.

• Overtime Pay: Eligible (paid in accordance with federal, state, and local laws; prior approval required)
• Holiday Pay: Eligible (1.5x regular pay rate for hours worked on a designated holiday, in addition to 8 hours of holiday pay)
• Sick Pay: Up to 40 hours granted

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: Accruals start at 0.83 days per month, plus 4 floating holidays and 9 paid observed holidays
• Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz rental
• Medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Hertz-paid Basic Life Insurance (coverage equal to one-times your base annual pay)
• Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching (Hertz matches dollar-for-dollar on the first 3% contributed and 50 cents per dollar on the next 2%)
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and family
• Educational reimbursement and discounts
• Voluntary insurance programs (pet, legal/identity theft, critical illness)
• Perks and discounts (theme park tickets, gym discounts, and more)

Responsibilities

• 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 tasks including 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 the role contributes to and impacts the overall financial wellbeing of the company

Requirements

• 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, with 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.

The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, and 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 brand is one of the most recognized in the world.