Come join a mission-driven clean energy startup in beautiful Loveland, Colorado!

We’re on a mission to decarbonize the industrial heat sector—and we’re building a team of ambitious, collaborative, and creative people to help make it happen. As the Business Operations Associate, you'll play a vital role in keeping our internal operations running smoothly and efficiently. You’ll support a wide range of projects across HR, Legal, IT, Accounting, and Office Management, giving you a front-row seat to the inner workings of a fast-growing climate tech company.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys solving problems, and loves supporting high-performing teams.

About the role

As the Business Operations Associate, you'll report to the Director of People & Business Operations and collaborate closely with senior leadership including our Director of Plant Operations, Chief of Staff, COO, and CFO. This is a high-impact role with broad exposure across departments, perfect for someone who wants to grow their operational skill set in a fast-paced, purpose-driven startup.

What you'll do

Your day-to-day will span multiple business functions. Here’s what that looks like:

Human Resources (HR) (40%)

• Support full cycle recruiting (sourcing, screening, onboarding, offboarding)

• Maintain employee records and ensure proper documentation.

• Assist in planning and coordinating company-wide events and team-building activities.

• Help administer HR software systems (e.g., Rippling).

Legal & Compliance (10%)

• Track and manage contracts, NDAs, and other legal documentation.

• Support compliance and audit-related administrative tasks.

• Ensure adherence to documentation standards and filing protocols.

IT & Internal Systems (10%)

• Administer core software platforms (Rippling, KPA, Coda).

• Support new employees with tech setup and access provisioning.

• Maintain internal knowledge bases and digital filing systems.

Accounting & Finance (10%)

• Assist with expense tracking, invoice processing, and financial reporting.

• Support the finance team in managing budgets for events and operations initiatives.

• Help ensure timely and accurate documentation of transactions.

Office Management & General Operations (30%)

• Manage scheduling, calendars, meeting logistics, and document organization.

• Help oversee purchasing, shipping/receiving, and general office logistics.

• Identify and implement process improvements across departments.

• Support leadership with ad hoc operations and cross-functional projects.

Required qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

• A proactive approach with a team-oriented mindset.

• Experience in operations, administration, or business support, ideally in a startup or fast-paced environment is preferred.

Education requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree with 1-2 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision (Flex and Health Savings Account eligibility).

• 401k and Life Insurance policies.

• PTO/Paid Federal Holidays.

• Commuter Benefits available.

Base Compensation: $65,000 - $90,000 USD per year (Loveland, CO)