HR Operations Specialist: Compliance, Data & Growth

Hermanson Company; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with bonus

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Disability income protection

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hermanson Company, a leading Puget Sound mechanical contractor, is seeking an experienced Human Resources Specialist to manage employee lifecycle transactions, maintain HR records, and support compliance initiatives.

You will execute onboarding and changes, coordinate terminations, audits, handbook updates, union wage administration, and HRIS data integrity in ADP, delivering accurate information with a strong internal service mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Human Resources experience.
• Experience administering employee lifecycle transactions.
• Working knowledge of basic employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Process employee lifecycle transactions (onboarding, promotions, transfers, changes, terminations).
• Audit HR records and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain HRIS/ADP data accuracy and generate HR reports.
• Maintain and update Employee Handbook and HR policies.
• Create and update SOPs; document processes and workflows.
• Coordinate union wage rate updates and related payroll changes.
• Support employee relations and provide guidance to managers.
• Assist in background checks, leave tracking, and compliance reporting.

Skills

HR expertise

Compliance knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

MS Excel

Confidentiality

Tools

HRIS/Payroll Systems

ADP

Job description

Hermanson Company, a leading Puget Sound mechanical contractor, is seeking an experienced Human Resources Specialist to manage employee lifecycle transactions, maintain HR records, and support compliance initiatives.

You will execute onboarding and changes, coordinate terminations, audits, handbook updates, union wage administration, and HRIS data integrity in ADP, delivering accurate information with a strong internal service mindset.