Human Resources Generalist

Tidewater Logistics Operating, LLC; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Vacation

Sick Leave

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Tidewater Logistics Operating, LLC, Fort Worth, TX, is seeking an experienced HR Generalist for our corporate office. This hands-on role oversees payroll, benefits, employee relations, unemployment and workers' compensation claims, and multi-state compliance for corporate and terminal locations.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, discreet, and capable of navigating complex HR issues across states. Proficiency with Paycom and HRIS is preferred; occasional travel to terminals is required.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
• Experience managing payroll, benefits, unemployment, and workers' compensation.
• Ability to research unfamiliar HR issues and apply state law.
• Proficient in HRIS and payroll systems; Paycom preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills; attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; maintain confidentiality.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll in Paycom for corporate and terminal locations.
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments and Open Enrollment.
• Manage recruiting for corporate office positions and support terminals as needed.
• Support hiring at sites; post openings, screen resumes, coordinate interviews, prepare offers.
• Run onboarding: I-9/E-Verify, background checks, drug testing, orientation.
• Answer questions on HR policies, pay, and benefits; resolve promptly.
• Advise on employee relations, performance issues, discipline, terminations.
• Conduct investigations into misconduct and document findings.
• Manage unemployment claims and represent at hearings.
• Handle workers' compensation claims and return-to-work.
• Respond to EEOC, DOL, and state agency charges; liaise with outside counsel.
• Research employment law across states Tidewater operates (TX, OH, PA, WV, LA).
• Maintain HRIS data, Employee Handbook, HR policies, and leadership reports.
• Ensure compliance with FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO; manage postings.
• Travel to terminal locations as needed.

Skills

Payroll administration

Benefits administration

HR policy

Employee relations

HRIS/Paycom

MS Office

Communication

Confidentiality

SHRM-CP/PHR bonus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

Paycom

QuickBooks

Job description

HR Generalist, Corporate Office (Fort Worth, TX)

Tidewater is a leading provider of custom logistics solutions to industrial clients. Our dedicated team strives each day to deliver superior service and operate as an integral part of our customers' supply chain. Our expertise lies in handling sand, fertilizer, scrap metal, steel coils, slabs, pipe, petroleum liquids, and other bulk commodities.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join our corporate office in Fort Worth, Texas. This hands-on role is the company's HR function for the corporate office and our terminals across the country: payroll and benefits, employee relations, unemployment and workers' compensation claims, and multi-state compliance. Terminal managers lead hiring at their sites, and this role supports them with recruiting as needed. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and discreet, can work through an unusual case and recommend a way forward, and takes pride in getting things done.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process weekly payroll in Paycom for corporate and all terminal locations, ensuring accuracy of hours, deductions, and timely submission.
• Administer employee benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and 401(k)), including enrollments, changes, carrier and broker coordination, and annual Open Enrollment.
• Manage recruiting for corporate office positions from posting through offer.
• Support terminal managers, who lead hiring at their own sites. As needed, post openings, screen resumes, coordinate interviews, and prepare offer letters.
• Run onboarding for all locations: new-hire paperwork, I-9/E-Verify, background checks, pre-employment drug testing, and orientation.
• Serve as the point of contact for employee questions on HR policies, pay, and benefits, and resolve them promptly.
• Advise terminal managers on employee relations, including performance issues, discipline, conflict resolution, and terminations.
• Conduct investigations into employee misconduct or policy violations, document findings, and recommend action.
• Manage unemployment claims: respond to state agency notices, assemble documentation, and represent the company at appeal hearings.
• Manage workers' compensation claims with the carrier, terminal managers, and injured employees, including return-to-work and modified duty. Contest claims where the facts support it.
• Respond to agency charges and audits (EEOC, DOL, state agencies) and work with outside counsel on disputes and litigation.
• Research employment law and HR practice across the states where Tidewater operates (Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Louisiana). Work out non-standard cases and bring recommendations to senior leadership.
• Maintain employee records, HRIS data, the Employee Handbook, and HR policies; prepare HR reports for leadership.
• Keep the company compliant with federal and state employment laws, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, and required postings and filings.
• Travel to terminal locations as needed to support local teams.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and current federal and state employment laws.
• Working knowledge of payroll, benefits, and 401(k) administration.
• Experience managing unemployment claims and hearings and workers' compensation claims.
• Ability to research an unfamiliar HR issue, apply the law of the state involved, and turn it into a clear recommendation.
• Proficient in HRIS and payroll systems; Paycom experience strongly preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and analytical skills and attention to detail; able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with employees, managers, vendors, and agencies at all levels.
• Ability to use independent judgment and maintain strict confidentiality.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification is a plus.

PREFERRED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in human resources roles with a focus on HR generalist responsibilities; 5+ years preferred.
• Hands-on payroll and benefits administration experience.
• HR experience supporting employees in more than one state.
• Experience supporting a multi-location workforce in logistics, warehouse, terminal operations, or manufacturing.
• Experience with QuickBooks is a plus.

CANDIDATE MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma; Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Valid Driver's License and a driving record satisfactory to the Company.
• Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Available for full-time employment at the Fort Worth, TX corporate office, with occasional travel to terminal locations.

Benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing