HR Generalist

Transdev North America; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 3,995,000 - 4,994,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation: minimum 2 weeks

Sick days: 5 days

1 401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental and vision

Life insurance and disability

Job summary

Transdev is seeking a Human Resources Generalist in San Diego, CA to support day-to-day HR and payroll operations, including full-cycle recruiting, employee administration, payroll support, leaves, status changes, and offboarding. You will work with the Payroll Manager and cross‑functionally with Operations and Corporate Payroll to ensure accurate, compliant processing.

The role emphasizes adherence to CBAs, California wage laws, and timely, quality service to employees, with a strong focus on

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years of Payroll and Human Resources experience.
• Experience supporting payroll, timekeeping, employee status changes, and termination processing preferred.
• Working knowledge of California employment and wage-and-hour requirements preferred.
• Experience working in a unionized environment and with CBAs preferred.
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day payroll operations and serve as an operational partner to the Payroll Manager.
• Review employee timekeeping and payroll information for completeness and accuracy and assist with resolving discrepancies before payroll processing.
• Coordinate with Operations, management, and Corporate Payroll to research and resolve payroll and timekeeping discrepancies.
• Support payroll administration for drivers, staff, and other assigned employee groups.
• Process and maintain employee status changes, including new hires, transfers, promotions, pay changes, leaves of absence, reinstatements, and separations.
• Assist with payroll adjustments, corrections, retroactive payments, paid-time-off transactions, and other payroll-related requests.
• Support payroll reporting, reconciliation, recordkeeping, and audit activities.
• Maintain accurate payroll documentation and employee records in applicable HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping systems.
• Assist with the interpretation and application of applicable CBA provisions affecting payroll, including wage rates, seniority, premiums, overtime, paid leave, and other contractual pay requirements.

Skills

Payroll

HRIS

Payroll operations

Timekeeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll software

Job description

Human Resources Generalist

Transdev in San Diego, CA is hiring a Human Resources Generalist. The Human Resources Generalist supports the management team with day-to-day Human Resources and payroll operations, including full-cycle recruiting, employee administration, payroll support, leaves of absence, employee status changes, and separation processing.

Human Resources Generalist Transdev in San Diego, CA is hiring a Human Resources Generalist. The Human Resources Generalist supports the management team with day-to-day Human Resources and payroll operations, including full-cycle recruiting, employee administration, payroll support, leaves of absence, employee status changes, and separation processing. This position also serves as a key operational partner to the Payroll Manager and plays an important role in ensuring accurate payroll administration, employee data maintenance, payroll recordkeeping, California final pay compliance, and offboarding administration. The Human Resources Generalist partners closely with Human Resources, Operations, Corporate Payroll, and management to ensure HR and payroll processes are completed accurately, timely, and in accordance with company policies, applicable collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), and federal, state, and local requirements. We are seeking a customer service-oriented HR professional who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and dedicated to supporting employees and operational excellence.

Transdev Is Proud To Offer

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $29.00 – maximum $36.25

Benefits Include

• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability. Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day payroll operations and serve as an operational partner to the Payroll Manager.
• Review employee timekeeping and payroll information for completeness and accuracy and assist with resolving discrepancies before payroll processing.
• Coordinate with Operations, management, and Corporate Payroll to research and resolve payroll and timekeeping discrepancies.
• Support payroll administration for drivers, staff, and other assigned employee groups.
• Process and maintain employee status changes, including new hires, transfers, promotions, pay changes, leaves of absence, reinstatements, and separations.
• Assist with payroll adjustments, corrections, retroactive payments, paid-time-off transactions, and other payroll-related requests.
• Support payroll reporting, reconciliation, recordkeeping, and audit activities.
• Maintain accurate payroll documentation and employee records in applicable HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping systems.
• Assist with the interpretation and application of applicable CBA provisions affecting payroll, including wage rates, seniority, premiums, overtime, paid leave, and other contractual pay requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years of Payroll and Human Resources experience.
• Experience supporting payroll, timekeeping, employee status changes, and termination processing preferred.
• Working knowledge of California employment and wage-and-hour requirements preferred.
• Experience working in a unionized environment and with collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) preferred.
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

Physical Requirements

• Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions-100% of the job is performed outside, work alone, and in remote locations.
• Sit for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces
• Push and pull objects up to XX pounds, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level
• Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail]

Drug-free Workplace

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.

Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

Job Category: Professionals

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 8903

Pay Group: 6FM

Cost Center: 327

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.