Human Resources Manager

Are you in search of a company that resonates with your proactive spirit and entrepreneurial mindset? Your search ends here with Premier Truck Rental ! Company Overview At Premier Truck Rental (PTR), we provide customized commercial fleet rentals nationwide, helping businesses get the right trucks and equipment to get the job done. Headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, PTR is a family-owned company built on a foundation of integrity, innovation, and exceptional service. We serve a wide range of industries—including construction, utilities, and infrastructure—by delivering high-quality, ready-to-work trucks and trailers tailored to each customer’s needs. At PTR, we don’t just rent trucks—we partner with our customers to drive efficiency and success on every job site. The  Human Resources Manager  — DFW serves as the primary HR executive for PTR's DFW operation, translating enterprise HR strategy into effective local execution. This role bridges strategic HR planning with operational excellence, providing business partnership to all DFW-based functions (Operations, Sales, Logistics, Fleet, and other departments), regardless of reporting structure.   The position owns employee relations, performance management, talent strategy, and culture for the location while mentoring and supporting the HR Manager for any new PTR new locations. Success requires strategic thinking, influencing ability, complex problem-solving, and the capacity to build credibility across the organization.   LOCATION     Onsite- Fort Worth, TX HOURS OF OPERATION Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM CST COMPENSATION This position offers a competitive compensation package, benchmarked to regional market standards. It consists of a base salary plus the opportunity for quarterly profit sharing after one year of employment. RESPONSIBILITIES   Strategic HR Business Partnership   Serve as primary HR business partner and strategic advisor to all DFW leaders on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and talent decisions.   Coach leaders at all levels on employee relations, performance management, talent development, and leadership best practices.   Identify and communicate workforce trends, operational challenges, and people insights into senior HR leadership and executive stakeholders.   Participate in strategic HR planning for DFW, including staffing strategy, organizational design, succession planning, and workforce planning decisions.   Build visible HR presence and credibility across all organizational levels through accessible, proactive engagement and trusted counsel.   Employee Relations & Organizational Effectiveness   Lead complex employee relations investigations and escalate to corporate HR/legal as needed; ensure consistent policy application across all departments.   Coach leaders through difficult conversations, corrective action, conflict resolution, and performance improvement planning.   Identify patterns in employee concerns and develop preventative solutions to improve organizational health and reduce escalations.   Talent & Performance Management   Lead annual performance reviews and talent assessments; conduct 9-box assessments, talent reviews, and succession planning for DFW leaders.   Design and deliver leadership development initiatives and executive coaching for high-potential leaders and those in expanded roles.   Lead recruitment for key DFW positions in partnership with Director of Talent Acquisition; oversee new hire onboarding and 30/60/90-day engagement.   Culture, Engagement & Operations   Lead employee engagement and retention initiatives that reinforce company culture; plan HR events, wellness programs, and recognition activities.   Maintain accuracy of HRIS, benefits, payroll, and compliance data; develop HR processes, identify automation opportunities, and generate analytics for decision-making.   Ensure compliance with employment law and company policies; conduct periodic audits of HR files and compliance documentation.   HR Team Leadership & New Location Support   Provide direct leadership and development of DFW HR team; establish priorities, expectations, and accountability while coaching team members.   Support new location HR Manager through mentorship on organizational structure, staffing, culture-building, onboarding systems, and operational best practices.   Partner with VP of HR and Kayla (Fort Wayne HR Manager) to provide peer mentorship to new location leadership.   REQUIREMENTS   MUST HAVE   Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organization Development, Business Administration, or related field   7+ years progressive HR experience with at least 3 years in senior HR leadership or strategic HRBP role and people management   Proven ability to serve as strategic business partner to leaders at all levels   Strong knowledge of employment law and regulations (FMLA, ADA, COBRA, Title VII, etc.)   Experience managing complex employee relations, investigations, and difficult organizational decisions   Experience with HRIS/benefits/payroll systems (HiBob, Paylocity, Greenhouse ATS, or similar)   Strong business acumen and ability to influence without direct authority   Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; high integrity and discretion with confidential information   NICE TO HAVE   SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, or SPHR certification   Experience with succession planning, talent reviews, and 9-Box assessments.   Experience working in a rapidly growing organization   Experience using HRIS and ATS platforms such as HiBob, Greenhouse, Paylocity, or similar systems    Employee Benefits At Premier Truck Rental (PTR), we invest in our people by offering competitive benefits, wellness programs, and growth opportunities designed to support you both professionally and personally. 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