Human Resources Generalist

Position Summary The Human Resources Generalist will provide day-to-day HR support to employees and managers across all departments of our electrical utility contracting company. This role is responsible for handling HR administrative tasks, assisting with recruitment and onboarding, ensuring compliance with company policies, and supporting labor relations. Union experience is strongly preferred, as this position will play an active role in maintaining positive relationships between employees, management, and union representatives.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare paperwork and schedules for smooth new-hire onboarding process, coordinating with cross-functional departments to deliver an exceptional first-day experience

- Handle all administrative tasks for onboarding, new-hire orientations, and exit interviews. As well as human resource audits for accuracy and compliance

Support the administration of collective bargaining agreements and assist in resolving employee concerns and grievances.

Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, including time, attendance, and benefits information.

- Assist managers and employees with questions regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.

- Be the primary backup for payroll processing, including weekly and semi-monthly updates to employee files, bonus/incentive pay, vacation/sick pay, expense reimbursements, hourly-employee validations, and benefits changes

- Participate in safety, compliance, and training initiatives as needed.

- Assist in the communication, interpretation, and upkeep of employee handbook, employee directory, and organizational chart, and contribute to policy development

- Support HR projects such as performance reviews, engagement programs, and workforce development.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field preferred, or equivalent HR experience.

- 2+ years of HR experience, preferably in a unionized environment.

- Knowledge of labor laws and HR compliance practices.

- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

- Experience in construction, utilities, or contracting environment a plus.