HR Manager (South Division)
6 days ago
Salt Lake City
Job Description Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety At Kelso Industries, 3,500+ employees across 30 companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first. Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications. Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety at Kelso Industries At Kelso Industries, we're not just offering a job, we're inviting you to be part of a team built on PARTNERSHIP, INNOVATION, EXCELLENCE, and SAFETY. • PARTNERSHIP means we work together with trust, loyalty, and an owner mindset, always striving for win-win outcomes., • INNOVATION drives us to think differently and create real value in everything we do., • EXCELLENCE pushes us to set high expectations and deliver exceptional results. Position Overview As the HR Manager for the South Division, you will lead the HR strategy and initiatives for multiple operating companies across Kelso from the corporate offices in Salt Lake City (Draper), UT. You will partner with company leaders to build a high-performing workforce and culture that drives business success. This is a strategic, hands-on role where you will impact business outcomes by unlocking the full potential of our people. In this role, you will: • Own a regional group of operating companies by overseeing all HR-related activities and ensuring alignment with Kelso's strategic goals., • Lead Kelso-wide projects and initiatives as needed by senior leadership. Projects could include leadership development programs, HR analytics, compensation, etc., • Build relationships with each OpCo's leadership by being a business partner, trusted advisor and primary interface between business leaders and HR support functions, including compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, HRIS, and employee relations., • Lead change by assessing organizational readiness, driving change initiatives, and ensuring alignment across structure, processes, systems, and culture., • Manage talent by proactively identifying, acquiring, developing, and retaining the human capability required to execute Kelso's growth strategy., • Drive organizational effectiveness by assessing and managing employee costs, talent quality, and aligning workforce capabilities to business needs., • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or Master's degree preferred., • Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in a multi-site, regional, or field-based capacity., • Proven experience leading HR strategy and operations in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment., • Strong understanding of employment laws, compliance, and HR best practices., • Demonstrated success in talent acquisition, workforce planning, and leadership development., • Ability to partner with senior leaders and influence business outcomes through people strategies., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making., • Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building abilities., • Experience working in a decentralized business model with multiple operating companies., • Knowledge of HR systems and databases, including ADP Workforce Now., • Based out of the Draper, UT Corporate office with travel across the South Region (up to 50% travel)., • Hybrid working arrangement means 3-4 days in office with 1-2 remote work., • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors. Here you will experience: • Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways., • Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable., • Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day., • Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being. Why Join Kelso Industries? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors. Here you will experience: Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways. Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable. Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day. Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being. Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business