Employee Lifecycle & Data Ops Specialist

IRC Trane Technologies Company LLC; Davidson (NC); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Education opportunities

Job summary

Trane Technologies' HR Solutions team is seeking an Employee Lifecycle & Data Operations Specialist. You will ensure accurate entry and maintenance of worker and personal data in Workday, audit job and compensation data, and promote self-service adoption to reduce manual processes.

You’ll support data validation and coordinate across HR partners to improve data quality. Join a climate-innovating company with global reach, where you will lead process improvements, develop SOPs, and help

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Analytics, or related field.
• Experience with Workday, UKG, Automation/AI, and ServiceNow.
• Experience with Operational Excellence and/or Six Sigma process improvement.
• Ability to develop documentation and training materials.
• Ability to partner with business units to implement effective solutions.
• Proven track record in process improvement and self-service adoption.

Responsibilities

• Support HR, managers, and employees with accurate data changes in Workday.
• Enter, review, and audit job and compensation data for accuracy and compliance.
• Provide guidance on data validation and promote best practices.
• Connect data changes to onboarding, promotions, transfers, and changes.
• Document SOPs and training materials for the Data Management team.
• Lead small process improvement projects with clear timelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data privacy

Analytical thinking

Prioritization

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

Tools

Workday

UKG

Automation/AI

ServiceNow

Microsoft Office

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go. Where is the work: Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

The Employee Lifecycle & Data Operations Specialist is a key contributor within HR Solutions, responsible for ensuring accurate and timely entry and maintenance of employee worker and personal data. This role serves as an important resource for Human Resources, managers, and employees by helping ensure data quality at the point of entry and supporting effective transaction processing across the employee lifecycle. The role is responsible for enhancing data accuracy, supporting adoption of employee and manager self-service tools, and helping reduce manual processes across HR operations. This individual will apply knowledge of HR systems, data structures, and business processes to improve execution, support operational efficiency, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The role also supports the broader HR Solutions team through collaboration, workload balancing, documentation, training support, and participation in special projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Human Resources, managers, and employees with accurate and timely worker and personal data changes in Workday.
• Enter, review, and audit employee job and compensation data to ensure a high level of accuracy, completeness, and compliance with department standards.
• Provide guidance and expertise on data validation at the point of entry to improve data quality and promote best practices.
• Understand the employee lifecycle and connect employee and manager self-service transactions to key data changes, including onboarding, job changes, compensation changes, supervisor changes, and company transfers.
• Apply knowledge of HR technology, data structures, and transaction processing impacts to support accurate and effective data management.
• Help drive adoption of employee and manager self-service tools to reduce manual processes and improve efficiency.
• Provide flexible support across the HR Solutions team to balance workloads and ensure backup coverage for other activities across the organization.
• Lead small process improvement projects, ensuring goals, workstreams, and timelines are met for various initiatives and cyclical projects.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures and training materials for the Data Management team.
• Maintain established productivity and quality levels based on department standards.
• Prioritize workload effectively and provide timely follow-up and resolution on requests and issues.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple competing priorities.
• Support additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned.

Key Capabilities

• Strong attention to detail and precision with a focus on execution
• Ability to manage confidential employee information with discretion and professionalism
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
• Ability to prioritize workload and respond effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and in a matrixed organization
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, within a team, and with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and support process enhancements
• Customer-focused approach with strong follow-up and resolution skills

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Analytics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Experience with Workday, UKG, Automation/AI, ServiceNow
• Experience with Operational Excellence and/or Six Sigma process improvement methodologies
• Experience developing documentation, standard operating procedures, or training materials
• Ability to work with business partners to understand needs and help create effective solutions
• Demonstrated ability to support process improvement and self-service adoption efforts

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $40,000.00 - $74,340.00 Compensation Type: Exception Hourly Incentive Eligible: No Sales Commission Eligible: No Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Benefits

• Thrive at work and at home: Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
• Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.

Safety Sensitive Role: No The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

At Trane Technologies, we’re climate innovators with the courage to look at our world’s challenges and see endless opportunities. We aren’t afraid to make bold commitments that set new standards to enhance the health and well-being of our employees, customers, communities, and the planet we share.

Joining the Trane Technologies team is more than just a job – it’s the beginning of a career full of purpose, impact, and meaningful contributions that challenge what’s possible for a more sustainable future. Together, we know we can change the world. With an inclusive culture, benefits to support you and your family, limitless opportunities to grow, flexibility to help you balance life’s demands, and more – you’ll be supported to thrive at work and at home. Learn more about building a career with us.

Share your skills, interests, and experience with us by building your Talent Profile to allow us to keep you in mind for future opportunities to join our team. At Trane Technologies, we believe in providing equal access and opportunity for all. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to our candidates and employees who may need assistance with application or recruitment processes due to disability or impairment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at: [e-mail]