Description

Job Title: Occupational Nurse

Etobicoke, ON, CAN, M9W 5Z7

Employment Status: Full-time

Posting Start Date: 7/29/26

If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals, please apply using this link: Herc Employee Career Portal

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' parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol "HRI." Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 607 locations and has about 10,000 employees in North America as of June 30, 2026.

In Canada, Herc Rentals has a significant presence with multiple locations across the country. The company provides a wide range of equipment rental services to various industries, including construction, industrial, and government sectors. Herc Rentals is committed to supporting Canadian businesses by offering high-quality equipment and exceptional customer service. The company also focuses on safety and sustainability, ensuring that its operations comply with Canadian regulations and standards.

Job Purpose

The Herc Rentals Occupational Health Nurse strengthens our field medical support and employee health initiatives. This role will be instrumental in collaborating with our Risk Department to proactively manage claims, workers' compensation, workplace injuries, OSHA recordables, and overall employee health including mental health.

What you will do...

• Collaborate closely with the Risk Department and Workers' Compensation Boards to effectively manage and mitigate workers' compensation claims, recordables, and other workplace injuries.
• Work alongside the Safety Department in the development and implementation of health and safety initiatives, policies, and best practices to safeguard workers, prevent injuries, and promote workplace wellbeing.
• Provide intake of initial injury reports and coordinate timely and appropriate healthcare services for occupational incidents.
• Serve as a field-based clinical resource, supporting employees and management regarding health-related incidents, claims, and injury management.
• Assess work-related injuries and provide expert guidance to employees and managers on injury management and claims processes.
• Evaluate and interpret employees' medical and occupational history, subjective complaints, and physical examination findings to inform care and workplace decisions.
• Support and act as a liaison for the company's Return to Work (RTW) Program, collaborating with HR, branch managers, and other departments on RTW notes and restrictions.
• Provide intervention, EAP coordination, and crisis support for employee health concerns, with particular attention to mental health and well-being.
• Act as a liaison between field operations, risk management, and external medical providers to ensure seamless communication and care coordination.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all cases, interventions, and communications.
• Support compliance with regulatory requirements to ensure organizational adherence to legal standards.
• Participate in training and education initiatives for field staff on health, safety, and injury prevention, fostering a culture of safety and wellness.

Skills

• Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel to field locations as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Requirements

• You must be a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Experience in occupational health, workers' compensation, or employee wellness programs is a plus.
• Ability to travel between branches in the GTA.
• Must work out of Etobicoke branch 2-3 times per week.
• Ability to be on-call.
• Valid G driver's license. A recent abstract will be required.

Req #: 70209

Type: Headcount Increase

Pay Range: $105,000 - $120,000 per year

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.

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
Healthcare spending account
Smoking Cessation Program
Weight Loss Program
Herc Life Wellness Program

Building Your Financial Future
Company matched Pension Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Registered Retirement Savings Plan
Non Registered Savings Plan
Tax Free Spending Account (TFSA)

Life & Work Harmony
Paid Vacation Time Off (Minimum 3 weeks)
Paid sick days
Military leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Mechanic Tool reimbursement of up to $500 per year
Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

Protecting You & Your Family
Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance

Herc Rentals is an equal opportunity employer. Herc Rentals does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) for sourcing or recruiting candidates.