People Operations Specialist

Sunstate Equipment; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free equipment rental

Vacation time benefit

Health insurance eligibility

401(k) with match

Company holidays

PTO & sick leave

Job summary

Sunstate Equipment Co. is hiring a People Operations Specialist in Phoenix, AZ. You will support policies, onboarding, and lifecycle activities while partnering with leaders to drive employee experience.

The role offers hybrid flexibility after training, weekly pay, and a comprehensive benefits package. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in HR/People Operations, strong communication, and proficiency with HRIS and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience supporting Human Resources or People Operations.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted HR resource for policies, programs, and procedures.
• Deliver service and support throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Respond to inquiries and escalate complex issues as needed.
• Coordinate onboarding, transfers, promotions, and offboarding.
• Maintain confidential HR records and documentation.
• Support compliance, audits, verifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate recruiting, interviews, and onboarding activities.
• Assist with performance management and employee development.
• Support employee engagement and culture initiatives.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and experience.
• Prepare reports and assist with departmental administration.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Discretion

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

HR-related experience

HRIS familiarity

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS systems

Job description

Service Center
5552 E Washington St
Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA

Description

People Operations Specialist

Sunstate Equipment Co.: Where Safety and People are Core Values!

We take care of our People and it shows!

Hiring Immediately; Pay dependent on experience; PAID WEEKLY!

Typical Schedule: Monday – Friday; 6 AM to 3 or 4 PM (overtime eligible)

Position location: 5552 E Washington St Phoenix, AZ 85034

Hybrid Flexibility after training

• Rent ANY of our equipment for FREE
• Unique Vacation Overtime Averaging benefit that pays you overtime while you’re on vacation!
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance eligibility after first full month of employment
• 401 Retirement Plan with up to 6% company match after 90 days
• 7 Company paid holidays, 2 half days, + "My Holiday", paid day off annually to observe a holiday of your choice
• Two weeks of vacation PTO in your first year + sick leave and personal time accruals after 90 days

What You'll Be Doing

Employee Experience & Leader Support

• Serve as a trusted HR resource for employees and leaders on policies, programs, and procedures.
• Deliver exceptional service and support throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Respond to employee and candidate inquiries, escalating complex issues as needed.
• Build strong partnerships across the organization and support key HR initiatives.

People Operations

• Coordinate employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, transfers, promotions, and offboarding.
• Maintain accurate HR records, systems, and documentation while ensuring confidentiality.
• Support compliance efforts, audits, employment verifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage HR inquiries and ensure timely resolution or routing.

Talent Acquisition & Organizational Support

• Coordinate recruiting, interview scheduling, candidate communications, and onboarding activities.
• Prepare employment documents, offer letters, and HR communications.
• Support performance management, employee development, and organizational initiatives.

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Coordinate employee recognition programs, appreciation events, and engagement activities.
• Support culture‑building initiatives and community partnership efforts.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and employee experience.
• Maintain HR procedures and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Reporting & Administrative Operations

• Prepare reports, maintain confidential records, and support departmental administration.
• Assist with expense reporting, documentation requests, special projects, and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Sunstate is a proud Second Chance employer that evaluates every candidate on a case‑by‑case basis.

• Customer-focused with a commitment to delivering an outstanding employee experience.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent accuracy and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Professional judgment and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and process enhancement.

Education/Years of Experience:

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible experience supporting Human Resources, People Operations, business operations, or an equivalent administrative function.

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience supporting a multi‑location or field‑based organization.
• Experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).

Why Choose Us?

At Sunstate, every employee is valued, respected, and fairly compensated. More importantly, every employee has a voice that deserves to be heard. We are working hard to challenge the typical ways of business and develop an environment where our employees feel safe, comfortable, and look forward to coming to work. No matter which location you visit, you can’t help but feel the close‑kind work‑family environment.

We have strategically and organically grown our company from within, promoting from the ground up and providing employees with opportunities to explore their different passions within our own walls. This culture allows our people to develop valuable, marketable skills they can use throughout their career. Plus, with benefits like Baby Bonding, My Holiday vacation time, and discounts on everything from movie tickets to cell phone bills, we’re constantly evolving our resources to provide our people with tools to make their lives easier!

Be YOU at Sunstate

At Sunstate Equipment, we are actively fostering a workplace culture where individuals of all identities and life experiences feel genuinely valued, respected, and appreciated. As a proud equal‑opportunity employer, we wholeheartedly welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We recognize and celebrate the unique perspectives they bring, with the understanding that they are the fuel for the innovative ideas that drive the evolution of our industry

Sunstate Equipment Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

A Drug Free Workplace and Participates in E-Verify

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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