Director of Human Resources

A bit about us:

We are a leading provider of water well drilling, pump services, and infrastructure solutions serving municipal, agricultural, commercial, and residential customers across Texas and the Southeast. Following recent strategic growth, our combined organization includes approximately 120 employees across multiple states, and we are investing in the people, systems, and processes needed to scale while preserving the strong culture that built our reputation.

Why join us?

Build something from the ground up - stand up the first dedicated HR function across two established, growing companies
High visibility and impact - report directly to the CEO and partner with executive leadership on strategy, integration, and value creation
Shape culture during a defining chapter - lead post-acquisition integration while honoring the entrepreneurial identities of both organizations
Growth trajectory - join a PE-backed platform positioned for continued organic expansion and future acquisitions
Autonomy with support - own the full HR remit in an environment that values initiative, sound judgment, and results over bureaucracy

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and leadership team on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategy
Build the HR function end-to-end - policies, handbooks, onboarding, employee records, and administrative processes
Lead HRIS implementation, including process design, data migration, and change management
Develop recruiting strategies across salaried, skilled trades, field, and administrative roles
Design and implement performance management, compensation structures, and incentive programs
Oversee benefits programs and vendor/broker relationships
Ensure multi-state compliance (FMLA, ADA, ACA, COBRA, OSHA, wage and hour, EEO, I-9/E-Verify)
Lead employee relations - investigations, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and leave administration
Drive engagement, recognition, and retention initiatives
Lead human capital integration for the current acquisition and support due diligence for future deals

Qualifications
Required: Bachelor's degree in HR or related field • 8-10+ years of progressive HR leadership • HRIS implementation experience
Strongly Preferred: Experience building or transforming an HR function • Multi-site/multi-state operations • Acquisition integration • Construction, industrial services, or field-service background • Bilingual English/Spanish • SHRM or HRCI certification

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