HR Specialist & Safety Officer

ARROW SEWER & DRAIN LLC; Bound Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

PTO and holidays

Job summary

ARROW SEWER & DRAIN LLC in Bound Brook, NJ is seeking a Payroll/HR Specialist & Safety Officer to manage payroll, benefits, and HR support for the team. You will ensure accurate payroll processing, compliance with labor laws, and assist with inquiries and HR operations.

Responsibilities include payroll administration, benefits enrollment, safety program coordination, and training. A strong understanding of payroll software, OSHA standards, and Microsoft Office is required to support field and

Qualifications

• Manage payroll processing, benefits administration, and HR support for employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and labor laws.
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll and related tax filings, W-2s/1099s.
• Administer benefits programs: health, retirement, etc.
• Lead HR support tasks: recruiting, onboarding, employee relations.
• Coordinate OSHA safety programs, training, and certifications.
• Maintain HR files and ensure policy compliance.
• Assist with performance reviews and disciplinary actions.

Skills

Payroll processing

Benefits administration

HR support

Labor laws compliance

OSHA knowledge

Microsoft Office

Payroll software

Recruitment assistance

Employee relations

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Associate degree or higher in HR/Business

Tools

QuickBooks

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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HR Specialist & Safety Officer

FullTime Bound Brook, NJ, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1012

Job Summary:We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Payroll/HR Specialist to join our team at Arrow Sewer and Drain LLC, a leading plumbing and excavation service provider. In this role, you will manage all aspects of payroll processing, benefits administration, and human resources support for our employees. You will play a critical role in ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing, maintaining compliance with labor laws, and supporting employee-related inquiries and HR functions.

Key Responsibilities:

PayrollAdministration:

• Process weekly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Produce Certified Payroll Reports in a timely manner and submit to the state.
• Verify and maintain employee attendance, timesheets, and payroll data.
• Ensure proper deductions for taxes, benefits, garnishments, and other withholdings are processed accurately.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports, including tax filings, and year-end documents such as W-2s and 1099s.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and labor laws.
• Handle payroll discrepancies, resolve issues, and answer employee payroll-related questions.

Human Resources Support:

• Administer employee benefits programs (health insurance, retirement plans, etc.), including enrollment, changes, and terminations.
• Lead disciplinary action and investigations.
• Oversee performance reviews conducted by managers.
• Assist with recruitment efforts, including job postings, interview scheduling, background checks and new employee onboarding.
• Maintain employee records, ensuring they are accurate and up to date.
• Support employee relations by addressing inquiries and concerns related to workplace policies, benefits, and other HR matters.

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• Assist in maintaining compliance with employment laws and regulations (OSHA, FMLA, etc.).
• Coordinate safety training and certifications as required for specific positions within the plumbing and excavation industry.

General Administrative Duties:

• Maintain HR files and records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal requirements.
• Prepare and process employee status changes, terminations, and other relevant HR documentation.
• Collaborate with management to ensure that HR policies and procedures are communicated and followed.
• Assist with performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and the development of improvement plans as needed.

Safety Program Administration

• Maintain OSHA-compliant written safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Track and report key safety metrics and trends.

Field Safety

• Identify unsafe conditions and implement corrective actions.
• Perform documented safety audits.
• Verify proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Training

• Conduct new hire safety orientation.
• Lead weekly toolbox talks.
• Schedule and coordinate required certifications
• Maintain employee training records.
• Investigate all accidents, injuries, vehicle incidents, near misses, and property damage.
• Conduct root cause analyses.
• Recommend corrective and preventative actions.
• Complete OSHA recordkeeping requirements (300, 300A, 301 logs).
• Coordinate workers' compensation documentation and return-to-work efforts.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of safety experience in plumbing, construction, utilities, excavation, sewer, or related trades.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards.
• 5 years experience in payroll processing and HR functions, preferably in a construction or trades industry.
• Strong knowledge of payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of labor laws, tax regulations, and benefits administration.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels.

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Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in an office environment with occasional visits to our warehouse location.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods and occasionally lift or carry up to 25 pounds.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with construction or trades-specific payroll software (e.g., QuickBooks, ADP Workforce Now, etc.).
• Knowledge of certified payroll requirements.
• Previous experience in a plumbing and excavation company or similar field.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K with matching
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.