Human Resouces Generalist II

Overview

HR Generalist provides employee support, recruiting, benefits, compliance, and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• recruiting
• onboarding
• hris
• reporting
• benefits
• compliance

Tasks

-Assist with workers’ compensation claims and injury/incident documentation. -Coordinate recruiting and onboarding activities, including job postings, background check reviews, and rehire approvals. -Oversee onboarding logistics such as ordering laptops, PPE, and coordinating company vehicle assignments. -Administer leave of absence processes, including FMLA and applicable state programs. -Compile and generate reports to support management and other departments in workforce planning, compliance, and HR initiatives. -Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HRIS data integrity. -Support benefit administration and open enrollment. -Facilitate and monitor the performance review cycle. -Schedule and track employee training sessions and compliance records. -Lead employee engagement efforts, including surveys, events, and recognition. -Serve as the first point of contact for employee questions, concerns, or workplace complaints. -Conduct or assist in internal investigations and collaborate with management on resolution strategies. -Address basic payroll-related questions and route as necessary. -Participate in unemployment hearings and represent the company as needed.

Requirements

• hris
• dayforce
• microsoft office
• shrm-cp
• 3-5 yrs
• bachelor's

What You Bring

-Thorough knowledge of employment laws and regulations, including FMLA and other federal state requirements. -Occasional travel to field locations or company events, with flexibility to travel as needed. -Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential matters. -Proven ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines. -Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks when appropriate. -Solid understanding of HR best practices, workplace investigations, and compliance procedures. -Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. -Experience supporting railroad maintenance, construction, or another blue-collar workforce is strongly preferred. -Analytical thinking and sound problem-solving capabilities. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills. -High School Diploma or GED required. -Ability to adapt in a fast-paced and interact effectively at all organizational levels. -3-5 years of experience in human resources required. -Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution abilities. -Familiarity with HRIS and applicant tracking system, ability to quickly learn new platforms, Dayforce experience strongly preferred. -Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. -Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or other related field preferred. -HR certification such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or a comparable credential preferred.

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-Backed by private equity, it expanded through acquisitions and organic growth under CEO Thomas Lucario. -Delivers complex projects: from full‑scope track design and construction to emergency maintenance and terminal ops. -Masters technical challenges in bridge structures, embedded track, signal systems, asphalt, welding and civil earthwork. -Supports commodities like frac sand, steel, lumber and petroleum across ports, mines and manufacturing yards. -Notable expansions include acquiring TRAC in Pennsylvania and Dirtworks Rail and Savage Industrial Rail. -Combines engineering precision (CAD/GPS), operational surveying, and custom training/regulatory support.

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