Human Resources Manager

At Barron Heating AC Electrical & Plumbing, we are committed to Improving Lives™. As the Human Resources Manager, you will help us live out our Vision & Mission and meet our growth-oriented goals as the premier heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing service provider in Northwest Washington.

Who we are:

At our company, our number one core value is People-First, and our mission is to foster a positive culture where team members feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Human Resources Manager to support our People & Culture initiatives in supporting our employees and ensuring a positive workplace environment. In this role, you will be influential in supporting our company’s culture, employee engagement, and professional development. You will help us attract, develop, and retain a team that reflects our values of excellence, teamwork, and care, ensuring Barron remains a place where people want to grow their careers.

At Barron, the Human Resources Manager will:

• Adhere to and exemplify Barron’s Core Values
• Lead employee relations by addressing concerns, proactively resolving conflict and promoting a supportive work environment
• Oversee the workers’ compensation benefits, manage claims to ensure compliance with legal requirements, and manage return to work/stay at work programs
• Provide strategic leadership in building and developing the People Operations department, establishing foundational processes and supporting team members in launching and sustaining key initiatives
• Administer all aspects of employee leave programs including FMLA, PFML, bereavement, and other company leave policies
• Develop, update and communicate company policies to ensure alignment with best practices and legal requirements
• Manage state-mandated and company-provided benefits programs
• Maintain accurate HRIS record management and generate necessary reports for data-driven decision-making
• Assist in executing and guiding our Leadership, Management, and Accountability (LMA) initiatives to support team development and success
• Ensure company compliance with safety regulations and work directly with the Safety, Fleet and Facilities Manager to implement workplace safety programs and resources
• Provide notary services for company documents as needed
• Collaborate with department leaders and the Team Development & Engagement Manager to develop clear role descriptions
• Establish a good working relationship with all team members
• Exhibit a “Team Barron” attitude
• Share Barron’s Vision & Mission of Improving Lives™

An outstanding Human Resources Manager will have the following natural strengths & talents:

• A “people-first” mindset, with a natural ability to provide guidance and trust to handle sensitive issues with discretion and confidentiality
• A strategic thinker and natural problem-solver, who is willing to roll up their sleeves and dive into details, while skilled at working through and empowering their direct reports
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and is energized by the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with employees at all levels
• Solutions-oriented driver, with the knack for navigating the complexities of the HR day-to-day tasks
• Exceptional communication skills, displaying tactfulness in all conversations and awareness in how information is conveyed

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• 4+ years of proven experience in a Human Resources Manager, HR Generalist, or a similar HR role (required)
• Strong working knowledge of Federal and Washington State Labor Laws, and HR best practices
• Experience with employee relations, workers’ compensation, and leave administration
• Familiarity with HRIS systems, data management, and using metrics to drive changes; Paylocity experience preferred
• Notary Public Certifications (or willingness to obtain it)
• Experience working in the trades or related industry (preferred but not required)
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint); advanced skills (preferred)
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Pre-employment drug screening
• Legally eligible to work in the United States

Compensation:

• Hiring Range: $85,000 to $95,000
• Full Salary Range: $95,000 to $110,0000

Barron Provides:

• 100% employer paid medical, dental & vision plans for employee

• • Eligible dependents may be covered through pre-tax payroll deduction

• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401k matching program
• Employee discounts on services
• Company sponsored events and team building
• Barron Apparel/Uniforms
• A culture of collaboration, sharing of knowledge and respect for one another

When applying please upload:

• Resume
• Cover Letter and include:

• • Which of our 5 Core Values resonates with you most, and why

• • Why you believe you are the best candidate to join the Barron Team

During the Hiring Process, our Team will:

• Review application materials and select qualified candidates
• Conduct an initial phone screen interview with selected candidates (led by Recruiter)
• Schedule an in-person interview with the Director of People Operations and Chief Executive Officer
• Invite selected candidates to a panel interview with a diverse group of supporting team members
• Contact 2-3 professional references provided by the candidate following a successful in-person interview
• Extend an offer of employment to the selected future Barron team member