HR Generalist I

United Rentals; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the world’s largest equipment rental provider as a Human Resources Generalist. You will collaborate with management on employee relations, performance management, and training initiatives while supporting HR excellence and employee engagement. Bring your proactive approach to drive HR programs and enhancements across the company.

Benefits

Career Development & Promotional Opportunities

Additional Vacation Buy Up Program

Early Wage Access through Payactiv

Qualifications

• 2-4 years HR broad representative/generalist experience.
• Proficient in workplace investigations.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in employee relations and recruiting.
• Deliver HR content to managers and employees.
• Support Corporate HR in the annual performance process.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Influencing skills

Technical HR knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or related field

Master’s Degree

PHR certification or HR Certificate

Job description

If you’d like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!

As a Human Resources Generalist, you will perform a variety of HR generalist functions in support of the field HR Director. You will provide expertise and solutions in the areas of employee relations, recruiting, training, employment practice, performance management, compensation and legal compliance. You’ll work collaboratively under the direction of the HR Director in delivering programs that foster HR excellence and continuous improvement.

What you'll do:

Research and suggest implementation of diversity best practice

Proactively work with employees and managers to address workplace issues/concerns

Review and make recommendations on performance issues, FMLA, and worker’s comp

Partner with department managers by providing guidance and support that will enable and foster achievement of department goals

Promote employee engagement survey, provide guidance to management reviewing results and developing and implementing action plans to drive improvement in opportunity areas

Promote involvement and activities in support of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Work with HR Director on leadership and succession planning initiatives as well as other training and development initiatives

Deliver HR related content to managers and employees, such as performance management, career development, new HR programs, etc.

Support Corporate HR in facilitating the annual performance and compensation process

Provide guidance to managers, in conjunction with corporate compensation in making recommendations for merit and bonus

Other duties assigned as needed

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Human Resources Management or related field preferred

Masters Degree preferred

PHR certification or HR Certificate Program Completion preferred

2-4 years HR broad representative / generalist experience in all facets of HR with a strong background in employee relations and employment practices

Proficient in workplace investigations and able to work in a confidential and discrete manner

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; ability to present to all levels within the organization

Technical HR knowledge – EEO/AA, FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, ADA, federal/local laws; plus strong working knowledge of positive employee relations as well as disciplinary processes

Excellent assessment and interviewing skills

Strong interpersonal / influencing skills

Ability to both collaborate and lead on projects

Proficiency in computer skills (Outlook, MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, HRIS/payroll systems (preferably Workday experience)

45% travel to include air, over and multi-night stay

We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:

Career Development & Promotional Opportunities

Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)

Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)

United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email [e-mail] for assistance.

At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.

United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

About the company

As North America’s largest equipment rental company, with 880+ stores in the United States and Canada, we serve construction and industrial companies, utilities, municipalities, homeowners, and communities, with the goal of fulfilling customer needs and surpassing expectations.We go beyond equipment. We are the world’s largest fleet of problem solvers, with best-in-class specialty s olutions, safety training and 24/7 support to empower your success.

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