Human Resources Generalist

Drive HR initiatives, support recruitment, and foster employee engagement as a key partner in a dynamic, collaborative office environment.

Therma, a Legence company

For over 50 years, Therma has continued to redefine the mechanical construction landscapes in California. Renowned for outstanding client service and attention to detail, we balance innovative, facility-specific solutions with a pragmatic, cost-conscious approach. Today, the firm employs more than 1,100 people in 3 regional offices, and its clients represent a diverse range of market sectors, including Biopharmaceutical, Education, Healthcare, Food & Beverage, Commercial, Industrial and Data Center facilities. Our culture is open, innovative, collaborative, and fun – all reflected in recognition of Therma as a #1 Best Place to Work on multiple occasions. We create an environment that empowers & challenges employees, giving them the greatest opportunity to succeed.

At Legence and our Business Units, we believe in the power of our people and that our employees are our most valuable asset. The HR Generalist plays a crucial role in fostering this belief by supporting the implementation of HR strategies and procedures across our business unit. Reporting directly to the HR Business Partner, the HR Generalist collaborates with internal and external stakeholders and acts as a bridge to ensure the HR function operates smoothly and efficiently by helping to create a positive, productive, and empowering environment for our employees. This role is 100% office-based and is in San Jose, California, supporting Therma, an industry-leading mechanical contracting company under the Legence brand, which represents approximately 1,400 union and non-union employees.

Key Accountabilities:

Assist in the implementation of Legence's HR strategies and initiatives, ensuring alignment with our overall business strategy.
Partner with the HRBP and TA team in the recruitment and selection process and ensure recruitment and onboarding experience embodies Legence’s and the Business Unit’s values.
Support the performance management and development of our employees by effectively partnering with the HRBP and the TD team in the roll out and management of development initiatives including Succession Planning, Employee Engagement, and Performance Management and Development while identifying training needs, and assisting in coordinating training programs.
Identify employee relations issues and work with the HRBP to address issues with professionalism, empathy and efficiency, while working towards timely and satisfactory resolutions.
Manage the maintenance of HR records and files in compliance with legal requirements, including personnel files, performance review documentation, and recruitment records.
Keep up to date on federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and help to ensure compliance.
Assist in the roll-out of Legence employee policies and procedures, ensuring their consistent application across the business unit.
Participate in the development of department goals, objectives, and systems, embodying Legence's commitment to continuous improvement.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills & Competencies:

In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate at all levels.
Strong people focus and ability to collaborate with and support the organization to successfully help roll out initiatives.
Strong project and change management skills, with the ability to act as a change agent.
Learning agility, adaptability, flexibility of approach, and the capability to upskill quickly.
Ability to thrive in ambiguity, and navigate through a complex, multi-faceted organization with multiple stakeholders, and adapt to changing business priorities.
Must be comfortable living in the grey and not be completely process driven.
Solution oriented mindset and a creative problem solver who can operate in a sometimes resource constrained environment.
Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and proactively identify and resolve issues as they arise, with a risk and compliance mindset.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Proficiency in the complete Microsoft Office suite of applications

Education and Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of experience working in an HR environment
Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines including compensation & benefits, employee relations, training & development, talent acquisition, HR compliance, etc.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field strongly preferred.

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About Legence
Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.

Benefits Overview
401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage.
Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation (separate from CA sick leave); company holidays per policy.
Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

Reasonable Accommodations
If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at ta@wearelegence.com or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.

Employment Eligibility
Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations.
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