HR Administrator

Timberline Construction Corporation; Canton, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Timberline Construction Corp. is seeking an HR Administrator to support the employee lifecycle from onboarding onward.

You will partner with employees, managers, and the HR team to handle onboarding, benefits, HRIS data, compliance, and recruitment support in a hands-on, fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates bring 2–4 years of HR experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with HRIS, Excel, and Outlook.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of HR, administration, or related experience.
• Experience with onboarding, employee records, benefits, payroll/timekeeping, or HRIS.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Manage the new hire process from offer through onboarding.
• Coordinate New Hire Orientation and onboarding readiness.
• Prepare I-9s, E-Verify, and other employment documentation.
• Maintain confidential employee files and HR records.
• Maintain HRIS data accuracy and updates.
• Answer HR questions and assist with benefits enrollment.
• Coordinate PTO, status changes, wage changes, and other HR transactions.
• Support payroll/timekeeping administration and corrections.
• Assist with benefits invoices and vendor coordination.
• Support recruiting: postings, scheduling, candidate communication.
• Contribute to HR projects and compliance tasks.

Skills

Organized

Dependable

People skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's/Bachelor's in HR or related

Tools

HRIS

Excel

Outlook

iSolved

Job description

Location: Canton, MA | Schedule: Onsite | Department: Human Resources

Build Your Career at Timberline

At Timberline Construction Corp., we believe great projects start with great people. As our HR Administrator, you'll play an important role in supporting the employee experience from the moment someone joins Timberline through their day-to-day journey with us.

This is a hands-on, highly organized role for someone who enjoys keeping things moving, solving problems, working with people, and making sure the details are taken care of. You'll work closely with employees, managers, and the HR team across onboarding, benefits, employee records, HR systems, compliance, and recruiting support.

If you're someone who likes being the person others can count on, enjoys a fast-paced environment, and wants to build your HR career, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

Own the Details

Manage the administrative side of the new hire process from offer acceptance through onboarding.

Coordinate New Hire Orientation and make sure new employees have everything they need to get started.

Prepare and process new hire paperwork, I-9s, E-Verify, and other employment documentation.

Maintain accurate and confidential employee files and HR records.

Keep employee information, changes, and documentation up to date in our HRIS.

Support Our Employees

Serve as a go-to resource for routine HR questions and employee requests.

Assist employees with benefits enrollment, changes, and general benefits questions.

Help coordinate PTO, employee status changes, wage changes, and other HR transactions.

Partner with employees and managers to make sure HR processes are clear and easy to navigate.

Keep HR Running Smoothly

Assist with benefits administration, including reviewing monthly invoices and working with vendors to resolve discrepancies.

Support payroll and timekeeping administration by reviewing information and helping coordinate corrections.

Prepare HR reports, spreadsheets, correspondence, and other materials.

Help maintain required compliance documentation and track important deadlines.

Support recruiting efforts through job postings, interview scheduling, candidate communication, and pre-employment requirements.

Jump in on HR projects and other initiatives as needed.

What We're Looking For

You don't have to know everything on day one. We're looking for someone who is organized, dependable, curious, and great with people.

Ideally, you bring:

2–4 years of experience in HR, administration, or a related role.

Experience with onboarding, employee records, benefits, payroll/timekeeping, or HRIS systems.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to getting things right.

Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

The ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.

Experience with iSolved is a plus.

Construction industry experience is a plus.

An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Why Timberline?

At Timberline, you'll have the opportunity to be part of a growing company where your work matters. You'll work alongside a team that values collaboration, accountability, and doing things the right way - while having the opportunity to continue developing your HR skills and take on new responsibilities.

This is a great opportunity for an HR professional who wants to build a strong foundation, make an impact, and grow with a company.

Timberline Construction Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We believe in fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where all employees have the opportunity to succeed.