Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

OPOC.us is conducting a search on behalf of a premier client employer for the position of PAYROLL & HR ASSISTANT. The selected candidate will be employed directly by the client, not by OPOC.us. Employer details will be shared during the interview process.

Claypool Electric Lancaster, Ohio Full-Time 100% Onsite

Recommended salary range: $70,000–$85,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Founded in Lancaster, Ohio in 1954, Claypool Electric is a third-generation, family-owned, full-service electrical contractor serving commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, technology, safety/security, renewable-energy, and other construction markets throughout Central and Southern Ohio.

Claypool Electric is seeking a hands-on HR Generalist to support approximately 311 employees across office, field, and project-based operations. Working closely with the HR Manager, this role will provide day-to-day support across employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, benefits, leave administration, HR records, compliance, and employee questions.

• Provide responsive day-to-day HR support to employees and supervisors.
• Support recruiting, candidate screening, interview coordination, offers, onboarding, and I-9 documentation.
• Assist with employee relations documentation, investigations, performance management, and follow-up.
• Support benefits, FMLA, accommodations, return-to-work processes, and employee status changes.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and employee data in Vista by Viewpoint and related systems.
• Partner with payroll and assist with HR reporting, audits, and process improvement.

• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience.
• Working knowledge of employee relations, onboarding, benefits, leave administration, compliance, and recordkeeping.
• Strong organization, documentation, communication, confidentiality, and follow-through.
• Construction, skilled-trades, manufacturing, or other field-workforce experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP/PHR and Vista by Viewpoint experience are preferred, not required.
• Comfort working onsite and interacting with employees and leaders at every level of the organization.

• Long-term career opportunity with a company that values promoting from within.
• Competitive benefits, including health and dental coverage, paid holidays and vacation time, short-term disability, life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement program.
• A visible, hands-on role with the opportunity to directly shape and strengthen the company’s HR function.

This position is 100% onsite at Claypool Electric’s Lancaster, Ohio headquarters. This is not a hybrid or remote position.

Claypool Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to any status protected by applicable law.