HR Generalist - Fleet (Contract to Hire)

Who we are Gatik, the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, is revolutionizing the B2B supply chain with its autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution and prioritizing safe, consistent deliveries while streamlining freight movement by reducing congestion. The company focuses on short-haul, B2B logistics for Fortune 500 retailers and in 2021 launched the world’s first fully driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart. Gatik's Class 3-7 autonomous trucks are commercially deployed across major markets, including Texas, Arkansas, and Ontario, Canada, driving innovation in freight transportation. The company's proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier™, is custom-built to transport freight safely and efficiently between pick-up and drop-off locations on the middle mile. With robust capabilities in both highway and urban environments, Gatik Carrier™ serves as an all-encompassing solution that integrates advanced software and hardware powering the fleet, facilitating effortless integration into customers' logistics operations. About the role We’re looking for a resourceful, detail-oriented, and execution-driven HR Generalist to join our core HR team, with a specialized focus on supporting our North America Fleet Operations organization. In this role, you’ll operate at the intersection of centralized HR operations and a critical field-based business unit providing hands-on support while helping us scale HR programs that enhance compliance, culture, and performance. You’ll partner with Fleet leaders and frontline employees including drivers, mechanics, dispatchers, and supervisors while also contributing to broader HR programs that improve systems, processes, and employee experience across the company. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments, enjoys being both strategic and tactical, and brings a roll-up-your-sleeves mindset with strong organizational and analytical skills. This role is onsite 5 days a week at our Mountain View, CA office! What you'll do Embedded support with central HR Integration Act as the go-to HR partner for the Fleet Operations team while representing their needs within the broader HR function. Ensure continuity of support to Fleet Operations while driving alignment with core HR initiatives, systems, and compliance programs. HR Operations Administration Manage day-to-day HR operations for Fleet employees: payroll coordination, benefits support, employee data integrity, HRIS updates, and compliance reporting. Ensure HR policies are communicated clearly and applied consistently across the Fleet organization. Regulatory Driver Compliance Oversee compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and Canadian CMV regulations (e.g., driver qualification files, medical certifications, drug testing protocols). Partner with Safety and Fleet Management to track and respond to violations, expirations, and audit readiness requirements. Employee Experience Relations Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, resolving issues with a practical, people-first approach. Handle employee relations matters professionally and confidentially, directly or in conjunction with external agency partners, ensuring fair process and alignment with employment laws. Non-Exempt Workforce Enablement Support HR lifecycle support for a predominantly hourly workforce including onboarding, offboarding, PTO and leave tracking, training coordination, and issue resolution. Guide Fleet managers in effective people practices and coach them through policy interpretation and performance matters. Analytics HR Tools Use spreadsheets and HR systems to analyze workforce trends, compliance data, and employee metrics; surface insights to improve decision-making. Research and recommend pragmatic solutions to process or compliance challenges using internal tools and external resources. Culture Onboarding Support culture-building efforts through high-touch onb ... (truncated, view full listing at source)