HR Generalist; Knight Const Supply

Growing continually since 1968, Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. (KCS) is a General Contractor (WA license #KNIGHCS
2810N) focused on large heavy construction projects and industrial plant facility maintenance.

As a family-owned company and former U.S. Army Corps of Engineers National Civil Works Contractor of the Year Award winner, we enjoy close ties with Eastern Washington/Idaho communities around our Deer Park, WA headquarters. For over 50 years, we have been lauded by public agencies, commercial clients, and federal officials for our work in building and updating hydraulic steel and concrete properties as well as their associated actuators.

These projects control the water flow, fish passage, and barge traffic via dams on systems including the Columbia and Snake Rivers as well as other waterways in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, and the Dakotas.

With an uninterrupted reputation for quality, stable work environment, and long‑term employees while providing training and opportunities as the company has grown, KCS seeks additional motivated people to carry on this tradition of excellence in the field and close‑knit support within the community. KCSmaintains office, manufacturing, and fabrication facilities onsite featuring millwrights, electricians, heavy equipment and crane operators, as well as general laborers and administrative personnel.

We want you to become a part of our team tackling some of the toughest hydroelectric and heavy industrial projects while enjoying the less hectic atmosphere of the region to enjoy family and friends in one of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts o f the U.S.

Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Generalist supports the daily operations of the Human Resources department and serves as a key resource for employees and management. This role is responsible for a broad range of HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, performance management, policy compliance, and HR recordkeeping. The HR Generalist helps foster a positive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

These duties are those typically performed in this position. Employee may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Support audits and compliance reviews as needed.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and communication of HR policies and procedures.
• Coordinate recruiting activities, including job postings, applicant screening, interviews, and candidate communications.
• Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation programs.
• Administer leave programs, including FMLA, WA PFML, ADA accommodations, and other company leave policies.
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment and benefit-related inquiries.
• Review monthly insurance billings for accuracy, resolve discrepancies with carriers and payroll department.
• Complete employment verification, workers compensation, and unemployment insurance requests.
• Maintain accurate employee personnel files and HRIS data.
• Assist with employee appreciation and company events.
• Backup and assist HR Manager role as needed.
• Work within and promote corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.

• 3+ years’ experience in a Human Resources role is required. May consider combination of applicable education and work experience for requirement.
• PHR or SHRM-CP highly preferred.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience in construction/Federal Contractor environment a plus.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams) proficiency required.

• Experience using HRIS systems:
  BambooHR, Sage Contractor, and/or Employee Navigator a plus.
• Able to take initiative and balance multiple…