Human Resources Generalist

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist

📍 Location: Birmingham AL, USA
💼 Position Reports To: Human Resources Manager
📊 Job Classification: Full Time / Non-Exempt
🏢 Company: Electra Grid Solutions
🌐 electragridsolutions.com

Job Summary

The Human Resource Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works with Executive Management and Supervisors. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefit administration, employee relations, training, onboarding, policy implementation and employment law compliance.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Participating in Job Fairs and recruitment opportunities
• Manage job postings, interviews for office personnel, and the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions
• Conduct new hire orientation for field employees for the designated work locations
• Schedule drug screens, schedule DOT physicals, background checks, Clearinghouse checks, and PPE for new hires and current employees.
• Creating, sorting, and reviewing new employee personnel files
• Create, sort, and manage driver qualification files for DOT Drivers
• Employee benefits review and enrollment
• Data entry with accuracy of new employee data in the applicable HRIS (Human Resource Information Systems)
• Reporting - Review and process various weekly/monthly/quarterly reports with accuracy and timely manner when assigned (paid time off, 401K, weekly new hires, unused deduction report)
• Employee Leave - Manage and monitor employee medical leave to include FMLA, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Special Projects - Assist HR Manager with special projects, implementation of new processes, benefits open enrollment, and various HR audits
• Process employee terminations with accuracy and in a timely manner for designated work locations
• Manage the random program quarterly with the safety team and the vendor
• Manage the employee Substance Abuse Program follow-up
• Process employees' pay increase/decrease, job classification updates, and transfers
• Assist with employee relations for the assigned
• Assist in the preparation of company HR policies and procedures
• Process employment verifications, unemployment requests, medical orders, and other administrative requests
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive employee information
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of professionalism and integrity
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain a professional demeanor

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards
• Consists of sedentary work. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Substantial movements of the hands, wrists, and/or fingers
• Required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, or viewing a computer screen.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• At least three years of HR Generalist experience is required
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification is a plus.

Key Attributes

• Self-Motivated – Demonstrates initiative by proactively identifying tasks and taking ownership of responsibilities.
• Team-Oriented – Collaborates effectively with colleagues, fostering a supportive and respectful work environment.
• Customer-Focused – Prioritizes customer and employee satisfaction by delivering timely, accurate, and helpful responses.
• Safety-Minded – Consistently adheres to company safety policies and procedures.

Additional Notes

• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned as neede