Human Resources Generalist
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Certus Pest Inc.
Austin, TX, US
Summary
Provide field-based HR support to team members and leaders, including managing employee relations cases, compliance tasks, and investigations. Facilitate company HR initiatives and support organizational transitions such as acquisitions and onboarding.
Job Description
Description
HR Generalist
Purpose
Provide field-based HR support to team members and leaders, ensuring consistent execution of HR practices, responsive case handling, and strong follow-through on company initiatives. Serve as the first-line HR partner in the field, reporting to and backing up Field HR Operations team.
Key Contributions
- Execute HR field support including ER cases, compliance tasks, investigations, and documentation.
- Serve as the primary HR point of contact for assigned locations, building direct rapport with field leaders.
- Back up peers across territories as needed
- Execute established performance management standards.
- Provide HR presence during acquisitions as needed, supporting onboarding and transition needs.
- Support execution of company HR initiatives (e.g., open enrollment, wellness events, contests, annual merit cycle) through communication, logistics, and field leader follow-up.
- Travel as needed, up to ~25% with overnights, for field support, investigations, acquisitions, and meetings.
Success Metrics
- ER case support: 85%+ of assigned ER cases closed within 7 business days; complex cases escalated with complete documentation and timely updates.
- Compliance execution: 100% of local HR tasks (reviews, PIPs, investigations) executed accurately and on time.
- Acquisition support: 100% of assigned follow-up tasks completed within 30 days when engaged by the HR Integration Partner or HRBP.
- Company initiative execution: 100% of assigned sites complete HR program requirements (OE, merit, wellness, contests) on time.
- Leader partnership: = 90% of managers report HRG as responsive and effective in supporting team member inquiries and needs.
- Capability growth: Demonstrated year-over-year expansion of responsibilities toward independent HR case handling, investigations, and acquisition support.
Growth Impact
- Resolves routine local issues, reducing escalations to senior HR.
- Reduces compliance risk by following HR policy and labor standards.
- Adds acquisition integration capacity without added headcount.
- Supports retention and engagement by completing local HR programs.
- Reduces hiring cost and risk by building an internal pipeline for Senior HR Generalist roles.
Capabilities & Strengths
- Field Execution & Reliability: Delivers consistent, accurate HR support under established processes; builds trust with field leaders through responsiveness and follow-through.
- Developing Judgment: Recognizes when a matter falls within standard case-handling versus when it needs escalation; growing independent decision-making under guidance.
- Collaborative Partnership: Works effectively with peer HR Generalists and the Senior HRG/HRBP, communicates clearly, and maintains confidentiality and professionalism in sensitive matters.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- 2–4 years of HR experience, including employee relations, performance management, and HR documentation in field-based or multi-location settings.
- Working knowledge of federal and multi-state employment laws and HR practices for assigned territory.
- Ability to travel up to 25%, including overnights, and use HRIS, Microsoft Office, and HR reporting tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience considered.
- PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent certification.
- Experience supporting acquisitions, organizational change, or a private equity-backed, high-growth home services or field operations organization.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish).
At CERTUS, we’re more than a pest control company, we’re a company that acquires and empowers pest control businesses. While we operate in the pest control industry, our mission goes far beyond the services we offer. CERTUS is built on a foundation of putting people first, doing the right thing, and always striving for excellence.
Founded in 2019, CERTUS combines decades of industry experience with fresh thinking to create a new standard in pest control. Our approach isn’t just about better pest management methods — it’s about reimagining how a pest control company can operate. From our commitment to our team members and partners to our dedication to innovation and growth, CERTUS is leading the way.
Our vision is ambitious: to become a Top 10 PCT company within the next few years. To achieve this, we are actively seeking partnerships with the most experienced pest control companies who share our values and drive for success.
If you’re ready to join a company that’s transforming the industry, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact Us: [email protected]
Founded
2019
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Consumer Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Tampa, Florida
At CERTUS, we’re more than a pest control company, we’re a company that acquires and empowers pest control businesses. While we operate in the pest control industry, our mission goes far beyond the services we offer. CERTUS is built on a foundation of putting people first, doing the right thing, and always striving for excellence.
Founded in 2019, CERTUS combines decades of industry experience with fresh thinking to create a new standard in pest control. Our approach isn’t just about better pest management methods — it’s about reimagining how a pest control company can operate. From our commitment to our team members and partners to our dedication to innovation and growth, CERTUS is leading the way.
Our vision is ambitious: to become a Top 10 PCT company within the next few years. To achieve this, we are actively seeking partnerships with the most experienced pest control companies who share our values and drive for success.
If you’re ready to join a company that’s transforming the industry, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact Us: [email protected]
Founded
2019
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Consumer Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Tampa, Florida