The RoleThe HR Generalist supports a complex, fast-paced mechanical construction organization with union employees and non-union employees across 17 unions, nationwide. This role provides hands-on HR support across employee relations, performance management, recruiting, compliance, HR systems, and employee lifecycle administration.
This position requires sound judgment, strong labor-law knowledge, people operations experience and the ability to balance risk management with practical business needs in a regulated, project-based environment.
Key Responsibilities- Process new hires, rehires, transfers, promotions, demotions, status changes, leaves, and terminations accurately and timely in Microsoft Dynamics 365 HRIS and ADP.
- Participate in onboarding activities, including offer letters, pre-employment requirements, orientation scheduling, and first-day readiness.
- Ensure completion and retention of I-9s, background checks, drug screens, and required onboarding documentation.
- Maintain accurate employee records and data integrity across Microsoft D365 HRIS & ADP.
- Support offboarding processes, including exit interviews.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations issues, including policy interpretation, workplace concerns, corrective action, and performance issues.
- Conduct prompt, thorough, and legally defensible investigations into complaints involving harassment, discrimination, retaliation and policy violations.
- Prepare investigation summaries, findings, and recommendations; escalate matters appropriately.
- Advise managers and field leaders on best practices to reduce risk while maintaining accountability.
- Respond to employee and manager HR inquiries with accuracy and professionalism.
- Support HR reporting, metrics, and dashboards as needed.
- Participate in HR projects, initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Serve as a consistent, credible HR presence for both office and field operations.
- Maintain a strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local labor and employment laws, including FLSA, ADA, FMLA, EEO, and Washington State labor laws.
- Support Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) administration, documentation, data requests, and audit readiness.
- Assist with EEO-1 reporting, internal audits, and compliance initiatives.
- Assist with administration of the Gallup Employee Engagement Survey.
- Partner with managers to interpret engagement results and develop actionable improvement plans.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of progressive HR Generalist experience.
- Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive information.
- Strong knowledge of labor and employment law.
- Proven experience handling employee relations, investigations, and performance management.
- High attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Preferred- Experience supporting union and non-union workforces.
- Experience with AAP/OFCCP compliance.
- HR systems experience with D365, ADP, Greenhouse, LMS, or SharePoint.
- SHRM-CP or PHR/SPHR certification.
The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000. (The compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience).
Hermanson offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth.- Competitive pay with bonus opportunities
- Medical, prescription, dental & vision coverage with zero to low weekly premiums
- 401(k) with discretionary company match
- Generous paid time off (vacation, sick time, and paid holidays)
- Disability income protection
- Life insurance for employees and eligible dependents
- Optional added protection with critical illness and accident plans
- Career growth & development opportunities
- In-house training programs
- Certificate & tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The pay range for this position may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience.
WA Residents
$90,000-$110,000 USD
