Human Resources Manager at 1888 Red River Holdings LLC

Description

Location: Ault, CO

Shift: Days
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer, CEO
Employment Type: Full-time

Application Deadline: 10/11/2025

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

At 1888 Industrial Services, we envision a world where every family thrives in a clean and safe environment, and that is why our mission is to shape the future by creating sustainable, tailor-made solutions for different industries, especially for Oil and Gas; as a result, we look to enhance performance, maximize shareholder value, and minimize environmental impact.

We provide a fully integrated suite of engineering, fabrication, installation, maintenance, and transportation services. And we look for people who are constantly looking to improve themselves and are in alignment with our core values:

Creative Evolution: We believe we can create more positive, cleaner, and safer solutions for industries.

Passion for Excellence: Through innovation and diverse knowledge, we consistently look for better and more reliable ways to be sustainable.

Like Family, We Care for All: Caring for everyone is what makes all the difference. We support and help each other, working as a team with open communication.

Moved by Honor: We take accountability in our work, act with transparency and respect, and believe in always doing the right thing.

ROLE SUMMARY: 

The HR Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing all human resources strategies, policies, and processes to support organizational growth, operational excellence, and compliance across Colorado, Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. This role ensures that the company attracts, develops, and retains top talent, while cultivating an innovative, safe, and high-performance culture across service lines. The ideal candidate has multi-state HR experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to balance employee needs with business goals while helping foster a positive workplace culture.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Strategic HR Leadership 

• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and programs that align with the company’s operational, capabilities and cultural goals.
• Provide regular HR updates and insights to leadership to support decision-making.
• Provide leadership and support to HR team members, ensuring consistent, accurate, and timely delivery of HR services.
• Collaborate with managers and leaders in HR-related matters, consistent application of policies and culture development. 
• Track and report on HR metrics (e.g., turnover, training completion, leave usage) to help drive improvements in HR processes.
• Oversee the development, updating, and communication of the company Employee Handbook, ensuring policies are clear, compliant, and consistently applied across all locations.

Policy, Compliance & Risk Management

• Support the implementation of HR policies, procedures, and programs in alignment with company goals and state/federal regulations.
• Work with legal counsel to maintain and foster compliance with all federal and state regulations, including ACA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, and workers’ compensation requirements across Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Colorado.
• Define audit readiness strategy and ensures policies, procedures, and controls are in place. 
• Review audit findings, conducts root cause analysis, develops corrective action plans and report audit outcomes and compliance risks to CEO/leadership.
• Maintain HR processes and documentation in alignment with ISO 9001 standards, ensuring HR policies, records, and procedures support quality management objectives.

Talent Acquisition, Workforce Planning & Retention 

• Partner with senior management to anticipate workforce needs and build talent pipelines.
• Ensure workforce planning supports seasonal/project-based operational peaks.
• Oversee recruitment, selection, and onboarding for all levels, including specialized field staff, ensuring a smooth and consistent employee experience.
• Design and guide the execution of employee engagement initiatives that strengthen company culture, and ensure employee retention. 
• Track leave of absence requests (FMLA, FAMLI, Short/Long Term Disability), ensuring accurate documentation, employee      support, and supporting operational continuity.
• Assist with the management of unemployment and workers’ compensation claims.
• Design and oversee the execution of a plan to understand the drivers of employee turnover and implement strategies to      mitigate talent and knowledge loss.

Employee Development, Performance & Relations

• Collaborate with external partners to design and implement training programs tailored to employee levels and organizational needs, including technical, leadership, managerial, and compliance training.
• Co-create with managers and employees career and growth plans. Identifying skills and knowledge gaps to recommend training or development initiatives.
• Act as escalation point for conflict resolution, grievances, or disciplinary actions.
• Assist in developing employee engagement initiatives that strengthen company culture.

SKILLS & BEHAVIOURS: 

Skills: Multi-state compliance expertise, Effective communication, workforce planning, employee relations, HR analytics, training design, and policy development.

Behaviors: Integrity, conflict resolution, people focused, strong leadership and proactivity, collaboration, and a balance of strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• 3-5+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, ideally in a company of similar size or in a growth environment.
• Proven success as a strategic HR business partner at the leadership level.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and HR best practices.
• Experience building or scaling HR infrastructure in a multi-site or cross-functional organization.
• Basic working knowledge of employment law in Colorado, Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) required.
• Experience with ISO 9001 or similar quality management standards in HR processes preferred.
• Experience developing or maintaining an Employee Handbook and HR policy documentation.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in industrial services, construction, or field-based workforce environments is a strong plus. 
• HR certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) is a strong plus.
• Minimum 3-5 years of HR team leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Company Requirements:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• This position is primarily office-based and requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time at a desk using a computer and telephone.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching may be necessary throughout the day.
• The role may occasionally require light lifting (up to 15-20lbs) for office-related tasks (e.g., files, supplies).
• The work environment is a professional office setting, with standard lighting, temperature, and noise levels typical of administrative environments.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary: $90,000-$120,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Overtime: This is a salaried, exempt position and is not eligible for overtime pay.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance including options for dependents.
• Additional voluntary coverage options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Family and Medical Leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Weekly accrued paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

Company Paid: 

• 8 Holidays
• Short-term disability
• $25,000 life insurance and AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program 

1888 Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.