Payroll & HR Specialist

Full-time, on-site in Berkeley, CA. $26.00 to $30.00 per hour. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish.

Professional Tree Care Co. has over 45 years of experience in the tree care industry. The company seeks a self‑motivated payroll professional to process payroll using ADP and ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws.

The Payroll Coordinator reports to the Human Resources & Payroll Manager and works as part of a two‑person payroll team. Primary duties include ensuring timely and accurate payroll, training staff on ADP time‑keeping software, visiting field locations, and supporting HR functions.

• Process payroll for up to 99 Bay Area employees on a weekly, bi‑monthly, and certified payroll schedule.
• Perform HR tasks such as onboarding, background checks, and benefit administration.
• Train staff in the use of the ADP application on smartphones across multiple locations.
• Drive to field and remote sites for onboarding, off‑boarding, or assistance.
• Accurately process hourly payroll, including overtime, commissions, bonuses, taxes, 401(k) contributions, and health insurance premiums.
• Create reports outlining deductions, overtime, tax liabilities, etc.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal payroll tax filings.
• Collaborate with HR on benefits, PTO deductions, promotions, separations, and attendance data.
• Act as backup to the HR/Payroll Manager when necessary.
• Work full‑time on‑site on the second floor of a building without an elevator; remote work is not available.

• Fluent in English and Spanish (required).
• Strong attention to detail, proficiency with Excel, and enthusiasm for learning new projects.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

• Experience with HR fundamentals: onboarding, digital HR files, DMV records, and background checks.
• College degree in English, finance, economics, or business.
• Ability to focus in a shared, often chatter‑filled open environment.

This full‑time, permanent position offers an hourly rate of $26.00–$30.00 based on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and optical insurance paid at 50% after 90 days; 401(k); PTO; sick days; holidays; referral bonus; employee discount; training funds; and opportunities to shape company culture.

No recruiting agencies, please.

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