HR Business Partner

Wagner Equipment•Grand Junction, CO

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About The Position

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) acts as a consultant to business leaders, aligning HR strategy with business needs and fostering positive employee relations. The role supports business units through effective HR management, leader coaching, investigations, compliance oversight, and HR data management and reporting. The position reports to the HR Manager. The annual pay rate is $71,000–$97,000, dependent on education and experience. The role includes managing employee data and HR records, analyzing workforce metrics, coaching managers on performance reviews, supporting investigations and the company drug and alcohol testing program, and assisting with recruiting, benefits, leave, payroll-related bonuses, compliance training, learning sessions, and affirmative action reporting. Periodic travel to company locations is required, approximately 10–25% of the time. The work is primarily in an office, with periodic visits to field locations or shop environments.

Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for an employer other than the current employer.
Three or more years of HR experience, preferably in an HR Business Partner or Generalist role.
Experience in employee relations, performance management, and compliance.
Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
Ability and willingness to travel 10–25%.
Must pass required pre-employment screenings, which may include background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and other job-related tests or screenings.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and coaching abilities.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
SHRM-CP or PHR certification.
Experience in a heavy equipment or industrial environment.

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate management of employee data through daily audits.
Analyze HR data, including headcount, discipline, employee satisfaction, and turnover, and recommend solutions to improve workforce performance.
Coach managers on writing performance reviews and addressing performance gaps; conduct monthly audits of reviews and rating distributions.
With guidance from the HR Manager, conduct investigations, prepare reports, and suggest corrective actions.
Assist with the company-wide Drug & Alcohol testing program and partner with other departments on post-accident testing.
Conduct exit processes for individual contributor roles and provide feedback to the HR Manager.
Respond to unemployment claims and attend hearings as needed.
Update discipline, termination, and other HR logs daily.
Partner with recruiters to fill challenging roles and understand talent acquisition metrics.
Track and submit payroll information for sign-on and referral bonuses.
Address employee benefits questions and escalate complex inquiries to the Benefits Specialist.
Provide the Benefits Specialist with information needed to process employee Leave of Absence requests and communicate updates to managers.
Ensure all employees complete HR compliance training by year-end.
Co-host monthly learning sessions with the HR Manager.
Provide reports and information needed for Affirmative Action Plan reporting.
Perform other tasks assigned by the HR Manager.

Benefits

Paid Time Off plan offering up to 96 hours in the first year, plus 8 company-paid holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Retirement plans; eligible employees can receive a company 401(k) contribution of up to 7%.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program.
Access to CEFCU services, including payroll deductions, savings accounts, loans, and a VISA card.
Supplemental life insurance.
Critical illness and accidental insurance.
ID WatchDog.
Discounted employee phone plans.