HR Generalist

Sutton Brothers Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, & Electrical has served Kernersville, Winston-Salem, Greensboro, and the surrounding North Carolina neighborhoods as a local, family-owned, one-stop shop for home comfort. From HVAC repair to electric vehicle charger installation, it is our mission to earn your trust by prioritizing customer needs and delivering quality service here in the Piedmont Triad.

Job Type: Full-time
Compensation: $24-$31 per hour (depending on experience)
Benefits: 401(k) with company match, health/dental/vision insurance, PTO, short-term disability, and more.

Position Summary

Sutton Brothers is seeking a knowledgeable and hands-on HR Generalist to join our team in Kernersville, NC. This role plays a key part in supporting daily HR operations with a primary focus on accurate payroll processing, benefits administration, and recruiting coordination. Reporting directly to the HR Manager, the HR Generalist will help ensure compliance with state and federal labor laws, maintain employee records, and support positive employee experience across the company.

The ideal candidate brings a well-rounded HR background, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys contributing to a team-oriented, respectful, and operationally focused workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with wage and hour laws.
• Administer employee benefits through the full life cycle and support annual open enrollment.
• Provide support in ensuring company compliance with state and federal employment laws (FMLA, FLSA, ADA, OSHA, etc.).
• Assist with maintaining and updating employee records and HRIS data in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the recruitment lifecycle from phone interviews to scheduling onboarding, supporting the full employment lifecycle through offboarding.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates, including sourcing through online channels (social media, job boards), networking, and employee referrals.
• Champion our company culture, organize and identify opportunities to enhance employee engagement and morale.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 2 -4 years of HR experience, with working knowledge of all functional areas within the HR Life Cycle.
• Strong background in benefits administration, including enrollments and employee support.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems (Paycom or other) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of employment/labor laws (federal, state, local)
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and active listening skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with excellent attention to detail.
• High level of discretion, ethics, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR Certification (SHRM-CP, PHR)
• Resourceful mindset and proactive approach to addressing HR needs.