Human Resources Generalist

HR Generalist
Canyon Trail Logistics Inc. (Amazon Delivery Service Partner)
Waynesboro, VA

Full-Time | Salary: $60,000–$72,000 DOE Benefits

Join a Growing Company Where HR Makes a Difference

Canyon Trail Logistics is a locally owned Amazon Delivery Service Partner (DSP) employing approximately 100 team members based in Waynesboro and serving the Charlottesville area. We are looking for an experienced, highly organized HR Generalist to lead our day-to-day human resources operations. This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys working with people, solving problems, improving processes, and helping build a positive workplace culture. You will be the primary HR professional for our organization and will work directly with the Owner/CEO and leadership team. If you’re looking for a position where your work truly matters and where you’ll have significant responsibility and opportunities for growth, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Review and approve employee timecards
• Manage PTO requests and attendance records
• Process payroll using ADP Workforce Now
• Coordinate payroll processing with our external payroll compliance provider
• Process wage garnishments and court orders
• Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance

Recruiting & Hiring

• Recruit delivery drivers and support staff
• Post and manage job advertisements
• Screen resumes and conduct phone interviews
• Coordinate interviews with management
• Prepare offer letters and hiring documentation
• Conduct new hire orientation and onboarding

Employee Relations

• Serve as the primary HR contact for employees
• Assist managers with coaching and employee performance issues
• Maintain personnel files
• Administer disciplinary documentation
• Conduct exit interviews and offboarding

Benefits Administration

• Manage employee benefit enrollments
• Assist employees with health insurance questions
• Coordinate annual open enrollment
• Process qualifying life events
• Work with insurance brokers and benefit vendors

Compliance & Safety

• Maintain compliance with federal and state employment laws
• Coordinate workers’ compensation claims
• Maintain OSHA documentation
• Assist with unemployment claims
• Ensure Amazon employment compliance requirements are met
• Maintain confidential HR records

HR Operations

• Develop and maintain HR policies and SOPs
• Track employee training and certifications
• Support employee recognition and engagement programs
• Generate HR reports and metrics
• Assist with special projects as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• 5 years of Human Resources experience
• Experience processing payroll
• Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

• Experience with ADP Workforce Now
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification
• Experience in transportation, logistics, warehouse, or high-volume staffing environments
• Experience with workers’ compensation and unemployment claims
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Calm under pressure
• Compassionate while maintaining professionalism
• Comfortable making decisions
• A strong communicator
• Passionate about helping employees succeed
• Committed to continuous improvement

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Direct access to company leadership
• Opportunity to build and improve HR systems

Schedule

• Monday–Friday
• Primarily daytime hours
• Occasional after-hours availability for urgent employee matters

Why Join Canyon Trail Logistics?

Our people are our greatest asset. We believe that great HR professionals help create great companies. You’ll have the opportunity to shape our employee experience, improve our HR systems, and play a key role in the continued growth of our business. If you’re looking for more than just another HR job—and want to be part of a leadership team where your ideas and contributions are valued—we encourage you to apply today.

Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In-person – Waynesboro, Virginia

Pay: $60,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $72,000