Jackie Bachman

About Jackie Bachman

I am the HR Director at Comfort Temp, a mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing contractor, where I oversee all human resources functions across field and administrative operations.I bring over 10 years of HR experience, including the last 7 years supporting the mechanical and plumbing trades. In my role at Comfort Temp, I partner closely with executive leadership and operations to ensure our people practices support safety, compliance, performance, and sustainable growth.My responsibilities span employee relations, compliance, HRIS and payroll administration, benefits, workforce planning, training support, and performance management. I work extensively with field leadership in a fast-paced, safety-sensitive environment and understand the real-world challenges of managing skilled trades, supervisors, and multi-location teams.I focus on building practical, scalable HR systems—clear policies, consistent processes, and strong accountability—while also serving as a trusted resource for managers and employees. My approach balances compliance and risk management with employee experience and operational efficiency.

Experience

1. Human Resources Director

   Comfort Temp

   Oct 2023 — Present

   As HR Director at Comfort Temp, I lead all human resources functions for a mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing contractor supporting field and administrative teams across multiple locations. I partner closely with executive leadership, operations, and safety to align HR practices with business objectives, compliance requirements, and the realities of a skilled-trades environment. My role includes oversight of employee relations, performance management, compliance, HR operations, workforce planning, and HRIS, payroll, and benefits administration, with a focus on building scalable, consistent HR systems that support growth and accountability.

Education

• Indiana University- Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)

  Certification, Human Resource Management

  2012 — 2013

• Metropolitan State University of Denver

  Pre-Nursing Studies with a Minor in Women’s Studies

  2009 — 2011

• Indiana University- Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)

  Bachelor of Arts in General Studies, Concentration in Social and Behavioral Science

  2012 — 2013

• Regis University

  Pre-Nursing Curriculum; Minor in Women’s Studies

  2006 — 2009