Omaha, NE - Human Resources Administrator

Location:

Omaha, Nebraska - 50% travel may be required

Department:
Division 1 - Shop / Office

General Excavating is an award-winning contractor serving public and private owners throughout Nebraska, South Dakota and Wyoming. General Excavating specializes in the construction of underground utilities, natural gas distribution, environmental remediation, excavation shoring, directional drilling, hydro-excavation, and heavy civil including bridge and concrete structures.

The HR Generalist will be responsible for a wide range of human resources functions including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training and development, and compliance. This individual will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of HR activities across General Excavating.

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Assists with recruitment by conducting interviews and writing offers.
• Develops and coordinate all job postings, offers, ads, and job descriptions.
• Facilitates new hire onboarding, including orientations and required documentation.
• Serves as a point of contact for employees regarding HR-related questions, concerns, and issues.
• Resolves employee conflicts and concerns in a professional and timely manner.
• Assists in the development and implementation of performance systems.
• Administers employee compensation and benefits programs, including annual reviews, bonus structures, and insurance plans.
• Ensures compliance with company policies and legal requirements in relation to compensation and benefits.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
• Assists in the development and enforcement of company policies and procedures.
• Facilitates the exit process for employees leaving the company, including conducting exit interviews and managing the offboarding process.
• Maintain accurate HR records and generate reports on employee metrics, such as turnover rates, attendance, and performance data.
• Conducts reference checks, background checks, and motor vehicle reports.
• Works closely with the payroll department to ensure accurate processing of payroll, including orientation and training hours, bonus tracking, etc.
• Administers employee satisfaction surveys, analyze results, and provide recommendations for improving organizational effectiveness.
• Assists with the management of workers’ compensation claims, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and providing support to injured employees.

• Ability to work productively alone or with others
• Problem‑solving abilities
• Work efficiently and effectively
• Be self‑motivated
• Ability to make sound decisions
• Must be able to remain calm during stressful situations and work through any challenges or issues which may arise
• Must be able to know when to ask for help when a job task exceeds their skills or abilities
• Understanding of HR best practices, labor laws, and regulations
• Strong multitasking and organizational abilities
• Familiarity with HR software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Must maintain a high level of integrity and dependability to ensure sensitive information remains confidential
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a job.

• Two (2) years minimum related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Human Resources or a closely related field.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the…