HR Generalist

Location: US Remote - West/Southwest Region (Including California)

Compensation: $75K - $80K  

Reports to: HR Business Partner – West/Southwest Region

Background Required: 1–3 years of HR experience in multi-location or hourly environments.  

Headline: Sun Auto Tire & Service is the fastest growing, top 10 independent tire dealer in the US with 550+ stores operating under multiple brands. We've been nominated as a "Best Place to Work" and are a leading provider of vehicle after-market tires and repair services. We are increasing our footprint rapidly through both organic growth and acquisitions and seek candidates who are looking for a long-term career path and capable of growing into roles of greater responsibility.  

Job Summary

The HR Generalist – West/Southwest Region provides day-to-day human resources support to assigned store locations, including locations in California. This role partners closely with the HR Business Partner to ensure consistent application of HR policies, timely resolution of employee concerns, and compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations, with an emphasis on California labor requirements.

The HR Generalist acts as a primary HR contact for store team members, building strong relationships in the field while managing core HR processes such as unemployment claims, payroll and timecard reviews, level-one employee relations investigations, and employee inquiries. This position supports operational execution while developing the skills and experience required for progression into a full HR Business Partner role.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Field Support:

• Serve as a first-line HR contact for store team members and managers, including California locations.
• Conduct level-one employee relations investigations and escalate complex matters.
• Support corrective action documentation.
• Build relationships through regular communication and site visits.

California Compliance & Unemployment Administration:

• Manage unemployment claims, including California claims.
• Apply working knowledge of California labor laws (wage and hour, meal/rest periods).
• Support audits and compliance reviews.

Payroll & Timekeeping Support:

• Review timecards with attention to California compliance.
• Assist with payroll forms and inquiries, including processing promotions and other employment related changes.
• Support timekeeping corrections.

HR Operations & HRBP Support:

• Support onboarding/offboarding including California documentation.
• Assist with reporting and follow-up.
• Participate in store visits.
• Support engagement and training initiatives.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Professional handling of sensitive information.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of federal and California employment laws.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR systems.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of HR experience in multi-location or hourly environments.
• Experience with ER, unemployment, payroll or timekeeping support preferred.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or CA HR certification a plus.

Travel Requirements

Regular travel to assigned store locations within the West/Southwest Region, including California, with occasional overnight travel.

Sun Auto Tire & Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.    

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