HR Generalist I

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.

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

Why join us?

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:

• Paid Parental Leave

• United Compassion Fund

• Employee Discount Program

• Career Development & Promotional Opportunities

• Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)

• Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)

• Paid Sick Leave

• An inclusive and welcoming culture

Learn more about our full US benefit offerings here.

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 careers@ur.com 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.