HR Specialist

Alsco Uniforms; Montreal; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alsco Uniforms in Montreal, QC, is seeking an HR Specialist to serve as the primary HR resource for a branch location, administering HR programs, advising managers on policy and employee matters, and leading workforce processes.

This role reports directly to the General Manager with a dotted line to the Regional HR Business Partner, and includes onboarding, payroll support, benefits enrollment, compliance, audits, and labor relations across the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in human resources, including HRIS and payroll system experience.
• Associate degree in HR, business, or related field; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Current PHR, SHRM-CP, or other professional HR certification or ability to obtain certification within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle hiring and onboarding, from postings to new hire onboarding.
• Maintain personnel files and records in compliance with legal requirements.
• Support payroll and timekeeping by reviewing timecards and processing bonuses.
• Provide benefits education and enrollment support.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate HR training and conduct audits.
• Coordinate employee communications and performance management.
• Partner with managers and union reps to promote labor relations.
• Investigate and resolve routine employee concerns.
• Lead monthly recruitment and retention meetings.
• Work on additional regional HR projects.

Skills

HR experience

HRIS

Payroll processing

Policy advisory

Education

Associate degree in HR/related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

HRIS system

Payroll system

Job description

Job Title: HR Specialist

Classification: Exempt/Salaried

Revised date: October 2, 2026

The Human Resources Specialist serves as the primary HR resource for a branch location, administering HR programs, advising managers on policy and employee matters, leading workforce processes, administering the branch HRIS and working on special projects for the location and region. This position reports directly to the General Manager with a dotted line to the Regional Human Resources Business Partner.

You Will:

• Lead the full-cycle hiring and onboarding process, including job postings, recruiting efforts, resume review, screen applicants, assist with interviews and make hiring recommendations, new hire orientations, and onboarding activities.
• Maintain personnel files and employee records in compliance with applicable legal requirements.
• Support payroll and timekeeping processes by reviewing branch timecards for each pay period, processing commissions, and bonuses, completing payroll pre-checks, and maintaining payroll accuracy.
• Provide benefits education and assist with benefit enrollment and related processes for new hires and during open enrollment periods.

• Ensure compliance with applicable government requirements, including employment authorization, workers’ compensation reporting, and other required records.
• Facilitate HR training, including onboarding, compliance, benefits, and other assigned training.
• Conduct periodic HR audits to support compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable employment laws and regulations, identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective action with appropriate follow up and resolution.
• Coordinate employee communications, performance management, engagement initiatives, and other HR programs as needed.
• Partner with managers, employees, and labor union representatives to promote effective labor relations and adherence to applicable collective bargaining agreements, with guidance from the Regional Human Resources Business Partner.
• Investigate and resolve routine employee concerns in compliance with company policy and CBA provisions.
• Lead the monthly recruitment and retention meetings and direct assignments based on branch strategy.
• Work on additional projects under the direction of the Regional Human Resources Business Partner or Corporate Office.

What You Bring:

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in human resources, including HRIS and payroll system experience.
• Associate degree in HR, business, or related field, or an equivalent combination of HR experience; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Current PHR, SHRM-CP, or other professional HR certification or ability to obtain certification within two years of hire.

Work Environment and Requirements:

• Physical Demands/Requirements consist of standing, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching overhead, grasping, seeing, reading, speaking, hearing, and occasional lifting up to 30 lbs. (14 kg).
• Indoor office environment, with regular visits to the industrial plant floor of a typical industrial laundry facility or depot.
• Occasionally travel by car to assist in the execution of duties. May need to travel by plane to attend training sessions or corporate meetings.

Our Benefits:

• Registered Pension Plan (RPP)
• Extended Health Care, Dental Care
• Life Insurance, Disability
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Benefits may vary for positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

For a general description of benefits that are being offered for this position, please visit .

About Us:

We are Alsco Uniforms. We’ve been committed to our customers since 1889, proudly pioneering the uniform and linen rental industry and growing into a global leader serving over 350,000 customers across 13 countries. We provide exceptional service and create solutions that strengthen our customers’ operations.

At Alsco, our diverse workforce drives performance, innovation, and exceptional service. We’re looking for individuals who want to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact. Explore how Alsco helps you build a successful career with competitive compensation, benefits, and ongoing opportunities for growth.

Join our team and build your career with Alsco Uniforms!

Accommodation:

Alsco Uniforms is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to citizenship, race, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex/pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

In accordance with Accessible Canada Act, we are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or special assistance, please contact the branch with your request.

Thank you for your interest in joining Alsco Uniforms. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background and drug screening.