Human Resources Manager - Bobcat Central Inc

About Bobcat Central, Inc.

Bobcat Central, Inc. has been family owned and operated since 1976, serving as a trusted compact equipment dealer across California’s agricultural center and the Sierras. With locations in Stockton, Fresno, Merced, Sacramento, and Reno, we offer parts, service, rental, and sales of Bobcat® equipment, attachments, and Towmaster® trailers. Our commitment to quality, quick response, and competitive pricing has made us a leader in supporting industries such as construction, agriculture, landscaping, home services, and ground maintenance.

Founded by the Franzia family, our legacy is built on innovation, customer satisfaction, and community involvement. We pride ourselves on delivering the best loaders, excavators, compact tractors, utility vehicles, telehandlers, and attachments on the market, backed by a team that values integrity and excellence.

Why Join Bobcat Central?

• Family-Owned Legacy: Join a company with nearly 50 years of history and a reputation for treating employees and customers like family.
• Unlimited Earning Potential: Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission—your drive and results determine your income.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Company vehicle, laptop, iPhone, credit card, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401k matching, paid vacation/sick time, holidays, and more.
• Growth & Development: Ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities to innovate in a dynamic industry.

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruiting, onboarding, payroll administration, benefits, compliance, employee relations, and terminations. This role is highly hands-on and requires strong knowledge of employment law, HR systems (Paycom), DOT compliance, benefits administration, and workplace safety. The HR Manager serves as a trusted partner to leadership, ensuring HR processes are compliant, efficient, and aligned with business operations in a regulated, safety-focused environment.

The HR Manager will be an integral part of the management team. We are looking for someone who has a desire to be a key leader and grow within our organization.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Manage recruiting activities, including job postings, resume screening, interviews, and job descriptions
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding, including background checks, DOT compliance, payroll setup, benefits enrollment, and documentation
• Administer payroll through Paycom, including timecard review, PTO tracking, commissions, and garnishments
• Lead employee relations, including investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, OSHA, DOT, workers’ compensation, and safety reporting requirements
• Manage benefits administration, annual open enrollment, insurance renewals, and employee education
• Maintain accurate personnel records, HR reporting, and company-wide communications
• Coordinate with IT, accounting, and operations on employee access, equipment, and property
• Support compensation planning, bonuses, training records, and workforce compliance initiatives
• Occasional travel required
• Overtime as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably as a senior HR Generalist or HR Manager
• Dealership experience preferred: equipment, auto, RV
• SHRM certification preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate concisely within all levels of the organization
• Strong knowledge of payroll, benefits, and HR compliance
• Experience with HRIS/payroll systems (Paycom preferred)
• Ability to handle confidential matters with professionalism and discretion
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills; proven ability to manage projects proactively

Bobcat Central, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Ready to lead a winning team and shape the future of compact equipment sales? Apply today and discover what makes Bobcat Central, Inc. a great place to build your career!

Location: Stockton, CA

Compensation: $100,000 – $125,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits