Human Resources Generalist

H&K Group, Inc. is searching for a Human Resources Generalist to support the administration of various employee benefit plans such as life, health, dental, and disability insurances, retirement plans, vacation, and leave of absence. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, customer focused, and a good communicator.

Why work for H&K Group, Inc.?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 100% Company-paid Health Benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs
• Additional training opportunities including on the job, online through the H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Perform all work according to OSHA, MSHA, and H&K Safety policies
• Present New Hire Orientation benefits overview to all H&K Group partners and divisions
• Format and audit weekly payroll file of deduction changes
• Prepare and submit deduction invoices
• Monitor and keep records for short-term and long-term disability
• Prepare and distribute survivor benefit, Life, and 401(k) claim letters
• Prepare, review, and submit carrier invoices to AP and AR
• Audit employee benefits deduction and coverage
• Communicate with employees through phone and email on benefits issues
• Complete employment and benefit verification letters and forms
• Troubleshoot technical and data issues with Benefits Express
• Coordinate employee claim review with insurance carriers and broker
• Facilitate Open Enrollment with vendor, HR, and corporate communications
• Format and submit Open Enrollment Deduction File
• Audit and submit invoices for background check vendor
• Cover front desk as needed for breaks or vacations
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills, Education, and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institution OR two years of related experience and/or training
  • A combination of education and experience may be considered
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Problem solving and priority setting skills
• Composure and conflict resolution skills
• Proficient internet, HRIS, and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) skills
• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

• Three years of relevant experience
  • Strong preference for focus on benefits administration
• PHR, SHRM-CP, or other relevant HR certifications
• OSHA or other relevant safety certificates
• Relevant HR experience within heavy civil and highway construction, heavy industry/manufacturing, or mining

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to
  • Sit
  • Use hands to finger, handle
• Frequently required to
  • Talk and hear
  • Reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to
  • Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch
  • Lift up to 25 pounds

Work Environment

• Noise level is usually moderate

The H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for over 50 years.

Thank you for your interest in employment with H&K Group, Inc. At H&K, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K’s strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference.

H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

Pre-employment drug testing (EOE)

100% Company-Paid Health Benefits!