Human Resources Coordinator

Helix Electric; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator. This entry-level position involves managing onboarding, employee records, and benefits administration. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant HR experience, with strong communication and adaptability skills.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement and scholarships

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Human Resources Coordinator or Specialist.
• Professional in Human Resources Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage onboarding of new hires and maintain employee records.
• Handle disability claims, FMLA, and Workers Compensation processes.
• Administer employee benefits including health insurance and PTO.

Skills

Communication

Emotional Intelligence

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business

Human resources

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS systems

Job description

Job Title: Human Resources Coordinator

Helix Electric, founded in 1985, is one of the nation's largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. We are committed to empowering our people and powering projects through a team of dedicated and highly skilled experts. Our employee-empowered, team-oriented approach defines our unique character.

Responsibilities & Scope

• Manage onboarding of new hires, maintain employee records, and process status changes.
• Reconcile and validate data entry into HRIS, ensuring data integrity and supporting routine reporting.
• Propose and implement personnel policies and procedures.
• Handle disability claims, FMLA, and Workers Compensation processes.
• Administer employee benefits including health insurance, PTO, and perks.
• Oversee performance management practices and assessments.
• Establish and maintain regular employee communications.
• Perform general HR administration and coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or a related field, with coursework in business, accounting, HR management, psychology, or industrial relations.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Human Resources Coordinator or Specialist.
• Professional in Human Resources Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.
• Experience in planning and administering HR programs or initiatives.
• Employee relations experience is a plus.
• Strong self-awareness and emotional intelligence.
• Effective communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, changing environment while managing multiple priorities.

Benefits

Helix Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) plan with matching
• Employee discounts via PerkSpot
• Tax-advantaged accounts (FSA, HSA, DCFSA, CSA)
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarships

Additional Information

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Human Resources
• Industry: Construction