Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Human Resources & Compliance Specialist to support a growing commercial electrical contractor with more than 150 employees. This is a full-time, in-person position responsible for managing key HR functions including employee relations, recruiting, compliance, onboarding, benefits, workers' compensation, leaves, payroll coordination, performance management, discipline, and terminations.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned HR professional who can work independently, handle sensitive employee matters, reduce compliance risk, and help strengthen HR systems as the company continues to grow.
Duties & Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day HR operations and employee lifecycle processes.
Lead recruiting, screening, onboarding, and offboarding.
Handle employee relations, complaints, investigations, discipline, and performance issues.
Maintain compliance with California employment and wage-and-hour laws.
Coordinate payroll, timekeeping, benefits, and employee status changes.
Manage leaves of absence, accommodations, and return-to-work processes.
Coordinate workers' compensation claims and workplace injury documentation.
Draft and maintain HR policies, handbooks, forms, and procedures.
Support managers and leadership with HR decisions and employee matters.
Maintain accurate employee records, compliance trackers, and HR reporting.
Qualifications & Requirements
5+ years of progressive HR experience.
Strong knowledge of California employment law and wage-and-hour compliance.
Experience handling employee relations and workplace investigations.
Experience supporting hourly, field-based, or skilled-trade employees.