Raul
Mechanic |
Describe your responsibilities.
Breakdown of pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic tools for inspection,
maintenance and/or repair. Quality assurance and inventory control. Recently,'manning'
tool trailers.
What originally interested you in RSC?
Getting word that RSC could put me to work with the abilities and skills I had. Secondly,
I was looking for a company that would still be growing 10 years down the road.
How would you describe the "spirit" of our company?
That would be the customer service we provide through the endeavors of all our employees,
while maintaining great employee/employer relations.
If you could ensure that the public understood one thing about RSC, what would that thing be?
That we're a company with a long-term plan, providing the best equipment and customer service.
What makes RSC different from the competition?
Better customer service, for example, on-site and after hours call-outs for any purpose.
How does RSC stay on top of the competition?
By offering the latest equipment and always considering our customers needs.
What are the most common characteristics that RSC employees share?
The desire to provide the best product. Anxious to give a hand to a co-worker.
Looking to reach company goals.
What three traits do you value most in your co-workers?
Respect for others and the company. Punctuality and a sense of competitiveness.
Looking out for each other.
Once you began working at RSC, what surprised you the most?
What surprised me was how much RSC looks out for the interest of their employees
because they recognize that we are the ones that 'make that tool work'.
Is there something else you'd like to tell someone looking to work at RSC?
If you're looking for stability and even more so advancement by merit, RSC is
your ticket, just pave your way.
Tracie
General Manager |
Describe your responsibilities.
I oversee staff, operations, training, budgeting, profit and loss, month end, etc.
What originally interested you in RSC?
The opportunity for advancement.
How would you describe the "spirit" of our company?
Upbeat and energetic.
If you could ensure that the public understood one thing about RSC, what would that thing be?
It is a company that truly cares about its employees.
What makes RSC different from the competition?
We provide our customers with innovative services and customer support, and by always keeping the leading edge.
What are the most common characteristics that RSC employees share?
Talent, energy, passion, dedication, and drive.
If you were to trying to convince someone else to work at RSC, what would you say?
It is a great career opportunity.
Once you began working at RSC, what surprised you the most?
That I would actually enjoy what I do, as much as I do.
Is there something else you'd like to tell someone looking to work at RSC?
If you are looking for exciting and challenging work and the opportunity for advancement, you have come to the right place!
Edwin
General Manager |
Describe your responsibilities.
I manage the safety, productivity, expense, and profitibility of branch #118.
What originally interested you in RSC?
It's the people I get to work with that makes working for RSC interesting
How would you describe the "spirit" of our company?
High-spirited, very positive, and proactive.
If you could ensure that the public understood one thing about RSC, what would that thing be?
I would like the public to understand that RSC is the fairest company that I have ever worked for.
What makes RSC different from the competition? How is RSC better than other rental equipment businesses?
We take the hassle out of the rental process. This includes dealing with internal and external customers.
How does RSC stay on top of the competition?
We maintain a very strong relationship with our customers and employees.
What are the most common characteristics that RSC employees share?
A can-do attitude.
What three traits do you value most in your co-workers?
Honesty, loyalty, and a good work ethic.
If you were to trying to convince someone else to work at RSC, what would you say?
I would tell them that this is a place of great opportunity. I started working for this company in 1989. I served as a yardman, air tool mechanic, light and heavy truck driver, a parts manager, inside sales, assistant manager, store manager, and now general manager. I made store manager by 1995. I was promoted seven times in six years. With a good attitude and hard work a person can do very well with this company.
Once you began working at RSC, what surprised you the most?
What surprised me the most was how this company takes a proactive approach to their employees career goals.
What have we missed? Is there something else you'd like to tell someone looking to work at RSC?
I love working for RSC, this is a very good company to work for. After experiencing the assistance RSC gave to their employees during and after Hurricane Katrina, I can personally say that this is the best company to work for in this industry. This company went above and beyond for their employees.
George
District Manager |
Describe your responsibilities.
I oversee 5 locations in Central Louisiana.
What originally interested you in RSC?
Career stability and good benefits.
How would you describe the "spirit" of our company?
Enthusiastic.
What's the single biggest misconception about RSC?
That we are like every other rental company. In reality, we're in a class of our own.
If you could ensure that the public understood one thing about RSC, what would that thing be?
That we care about our people. That we recruit the top people.
What makes RSC different from the competition?
We are always looking to make our system easier for employees and customers. We have introduced some great programs in the past 24 months that should have our competitors nervous.
How does RSC stay on top of the competition?
By always pushing to become better. As profitable as the company is, you would think that we could relax and enjoy our success. That is just the opposite at RSC. We are looking 2-3 years down the road.
What are the most common characteristics that RSC employees share?
Team Work. Competitive spirit. A sense of caring about people.
What three traits do you value most in your co-workers?
Honesty, integrity, and a sense of urgency.
If you were to trying to convince someone else to work at RSC, what would you say?
We are a very financial stable company with a great benefits package and many opportunities for advancement. RSC is a people driven company. We treat our employees with respect. We work very hard, but we have fun doing it.
Once you began working at RSC, what surprised you the most?
How each individual location is its own entity. Each location operates like it's privately owned. We have a lot of entrepreneurial spirit in this company, and that is one of the many things that separates RSC from the competition. We really try and run each location without a lot of red tape!
Is there something else you'd like to tell someone looking to work at RSC?
We treat our employees very well, we compensate our employees very well, and we are only as good as the people we hire. I truly believe that our people at RSC are directly responsible for us being the most profitable rental company for the past 2 years.
Curt
District Manager |
Describe your responsibilities.
My main responsibility is to support the employees of my district who are responsible for executing the areas of sales, operations, and management.
What originally interested you in RSC as a place to work?
I was intrigued by the amount of decision-making power that was granted to the employees. The ability to have a greater amount of control and input in satisfying customers without a lot of "red tape" was another determinant in becoming a part of the RSC team.
How would you describe the "spirit" of our company?
Strong, confident, and exciting.
What's the single biggest misconception about RSC?
Most people don't understand how important the equipment and services are which are supplied by RSC. Our work is critical to the largest business segment in the world, which is the construction industry.
If you could ensure that the public understood one thing about RSC, what would that thing be?
That RSC presents various career opportunities which are open to everyone regardless of gender, race, or ethnicity. A key responsibility that I hold is to ensure that we consider the potential of candidates from diverse backgrounds, so that we can find the "best of the best" to be a part of the RSC team.
What makes RSC different from the competition?
Differences between RSC and our competitors include front-line decision-making authority, a bottom-up focus on Process Improvement, and a strong commitment to solve problems and challenges as a team. RSC is better, in my opinion than other rental businesses because of our commitment to being the best for our employees, customers and our communities.
How does RSC stay on top of the competition?
One word sums up how we stay on top of the competition: Authority. It is a common practice in many companies to give employees plenty of responsibility and this is true at RSC as well. The difference is that many companies don't entrust employees with the authority make decisions. At RSC, front line employees are given the authority and support to accomplish their mission.
What are the most common characteristics that RSC employees share?
No mattter where one goes in North America; Kamloops, British Columbia; Leesville, Louisiana; Mobile, Alabama, the predominant characteristic is a strong work ethic.
What three traits do you value most in your co-workers?
Vigorous communication, honesty and loyalty.
If you were to trying to convince someone else to work at RSC, what would you say?
When I try to convince the ideal candiate to work for RSC I realize that we must give a frank and honest representation of how the rental industry is a demanding "24/7" business. I tell these candidates that they need to investigate the other rental companies and compare that research against their knowledge of RSC. I tell them that if they want to work for a company that is financially strong, financially rewarding, ethically superior, and objectively results-oriented, then RSC is the company for them.
Once you began working at RSC, what surprised you the most?
That there is a freedom of information and dedication to honest reporting and communication that is unique to RSC.
Is there something else you'd like to tell someone looking to work at RSC?
RSC is a great place to be if a person enjoys change and challenging opportunities throughout each day and the occasional night. If a person wants to move geographically and grow in the disciplines of management, service, and sales, then this is the industry for that person and RSC is a great choice for the right person. I would recommend to my closest friend or family member that if they wanted to be in the rental industry then RSC is the best place to be.