HR Generalist - Bilingual

A. Description

The position of Human Resources Generalist is a regular full-time, hourly individual contributor role that is responsible for managing weekly payroll processing through Paycom, maintaining accurate employee data within the HCM system, coordinating recruiting efforts, and administering employee benefits. This position works out of the Statham, Georgia office and reports directly to the Human Resources Manager.

This position works a dedicated schedule of 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. As a condition of employment, fluency in both English and Spanish (written and verbal) is required for this position.

• Process and audit weekly payroll using Paycom for field and office employees.
• Ensure accurate timekeeping, job coding, deductions, garnishments, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain and update employee records in the Paycom HCM system, including new hires, terminations, promotions, compensation changes, and status updates.
• Generate payroll and HR reports for leadership as needed.

• As directed, coordinate full-cycle recruitment for field and office positions.
• Post job openings, screen candidates, schedule interviews, and assist with hiring decisions.
• Facilitate onboarding, including offer letters, background checks, drug screens, and new hire orientation.
• Ensure proper completion of I-9 documentation and employment verification.

• Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and other company-sponsored plans.
• Assist employees with benefit enrollment, changes, and questions.
• Coordinate open enrollment and communicate benefit updates to employees.
• Serve as liaison between employees and benefit providers to resolve issues.

• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions and HR-related concerns.
• Support performance management processes, including evaluations, coaching, and documentation.
• Assist in implementing employee engagement and retention initiatives.
• Support policy interpretation and consistent application of company standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Management, Psychology or comparable field of study.
• (Or) minimum of 2 years of undergraduate study and direct comparable experience.

• Minimum of 3 years of comparable Human Resources experience, preferably in construction, utilities, manufacturing or supporting a field-based workforce environment.
• Experience processing weekly payroll, preferably using Paycom or similar HCM systems.
• Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written) – required.
• Strong knowledge of payroll practices, employment laws, and HR compliance.
• Experience with recruiting and benefits administration.

• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Applicants must be able to wear personal protective equipment (“PPE”) when on job sites or other locations as directed.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials up to 25 pounds without an accommodation.
• As a condition of employment, this position may be required to work extended hours including evenings, weekends and holidays as operational business needs require along with overnight travel to other job sites.

• Primarily operates primarily in a professional office setting with regular interaction with field personnel, supervisors, and leadership.
• The role requires extended periods of sitting, working at a computer, and managing administrative tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Occasional visits to construction sites may be required to support onboarding, employee relations, or operational needs.