Senior HR Generalist

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Fortis Fire & Safety

Compensation

$90,000 - $100,000/year

Schaumburg, IL

On-site

Posted March 10, 2026

Job Description

Company Overview

At Fortis Fire & Safety, we provide industry-leading fire protection & security services across the United States. Our ever-growing footprint can be seen in California, Florida, North Carolina, and Chicago, and we are acquiring new brands all the time.

We are proud to work together as one team under the Fortis Fire & Safety family, which includes CJ Suppression, Diversified Systems, Inc., Integrated Fire & Security Solutions, LaMarco Systems, LifeSafety Management, Piper Fire Protection, and VFS Fire & Security Services. United by a shared mission, we deliver comprehensive fire protection and security solutions nationwide.

Joining Fortis means becoming part of a nationwide, next-generation fire protection company. We’re dedicated to a People-First philosophy, where we invest in our team through training and development, as well as a competitive benefits package. In return, we expect the very best from each of our employees every day.

If you are ready to be exceptional in your chosen career, apply to work with us today!

Here at Fortis and throughout our family of brands, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Paid vacation and sick time
Company Paid Holidays
Additional paid time off for life events (e.g., jury duty, bereavement)
Competitive compensation
401(k) retirement plan with competitive company match
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Short-term/Long-term disability insurance
Life Insurance
Career Advancement Opportunities and more!

**This is a general overview of benefits. Specific eligibility and coverage details will be provided during the hiring process**

Job Summary:

Fortis Fire & Safety is seeking a Senior HR Generalist that will have both tactical and strategic responsibilities related to onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and compliance. This individual will work out of our Schaumburg, IL HQ and assists in the development, implementation, and administration of effective human resource policies, procedures and systems that support the objectives of our business partners and the overall organization. The Senior HR Generalist will be a key participant in the development of short and long-term HR objectives consistent with organizational strategy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Work in conjunction with leadership to create a positive employee relations culture that emphasizes teamwork, safety, customer service, continuous improvement, and high performance.
Develop, maintain, and present HR KPI dashboards and workforce analytics to leadership, providing data‑driven insights to support decision‑making and continuous improvement initiatives.
Coach employees and managers on correct interpretation and administration of Company HR policy.
Assist management in maintaining positive employee relations.
Assess the internal employee climate, counsel with managers to identify and implement actions that improve or maintain a positive employee relations environment.
Partner with Chief People Officer and Branch Management when conducting investigations and resolving team member issues.
Conduct exit interviews and provide feedback to management.
Represent the company, when needed, at unemployment hearings.
Support the annual Performance Management and Merit process. Ensure internal consistency in administering these programs.
Assist local managers with salary and wage administration on an ongoing basis to ensure pay consistency and equity.
Ensure company is operating in accordance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Balance the role of company representative with that of employee advocate. Act as coach and confidant to employees.
Support the leave of absence process in partnership with HR Coordinator and management to include team member accommodations and communication.
Develop all employee communications, as needed.