Human Resources Generalist

A-1 Electrical Contractors INC; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A-1 Electrical Contractors, Inc. is hiring an HR Generalist to manage employment compliance, benefits administration, and workplace culture for our field and office teams. You’ll work under the direction of the Director of Human Resources and partner with managers to be a trusted resource for employees.

We’re looking for a hands-on HR professional with experience in benefits, compliance, and HRIS. This role is exempt, full-time, and based in Louisiana, with standard benefits and a focus on

Qualifications

• 4+ years as an HR generalist.
• Working knowledge of EEOC, FCRA, FLSA, and Louisiana employment law basics.
• Hands-on experience administering group benefit plans and working with carriers and vendors.
• Experience administering leave programs (FMLA, ADA) and unemployment claims.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and maintaining accurate personnel records.
• Strong written documentation skills; may be read by counsel if escalates.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Manage employment compliance, benefits administration, and workplace culture under the Director of HR.
• Lead or support investigations and maintain the employee handbook and HR policies.
• Coordinate enrollment, life-event changes, vendor coordination, and benefits questions; support open enrollment and renewals with Payroll & Benefits Specialist.
• Maintain personnel files and HRIS data; prepare routine and ad hoc HR reports for leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

HR Generalist

Benefits administration

Compliance knowledge

Employee relations

Education

High school diploma

Tools

HRIS

Job description

• Base Pay $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Human Resources
• Employee Type Exempt - Full Time
• Required Degree High school

Contact information

• Name Alyssa
• Phone [phone]

Description

A-1 Electrical Contractors, Inc. is hiring an HR Generalist to manage employment compliance, benefits administration, and workplace culture for our field and office teams, under the direction of the Director of Human Resources. You'll be a hands-on partner to managers and a trusted resource for employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE

A-1 Electrical Contractors, Inc. is hiring an HR Generalist to manage employment compliance, benefits administration, and workplace culture for our field and office teams, under the direction of the Director of Human Resources. You'll be a hands-on partner to managers and a trusted resource for employees.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Compliance and Risk Management: Manage I-9, employment eligibility, and E-Verify documentation; own the company's compliance with EEOC, FCRA, FLSA, and Louisiana-specific requirements; administer FMLA, ADA, and other leave programs; manage unemployment claims; maintain the employee handbook and HR policies; and lead or support workplace investigations with the Director of Human Resources.
• Benefits Administration: Own day-to-day benefits administration, including enrollment, life-event changes, vendor coordination, and employee questions; be the go-to resource for employees on health, retirement, and ancillary benefits; and partner with the Payroll & Benefits Specialist on open enrollment, renewals, and carrier relationships.
• Workplace Culture: Own the 30/60/90-day onboarding review for every new hire; champion retention and morale initiatives; coordinate training and development, including required compliance training; support the performance review cycle; and conduct exit interviews and report on turnover trends.
• HR Operations and Records: Maintain personnel files and HRIS data; process paperwork for status changes, promotions, transfers, and separations; produce routine and ad hoc HR reports for leadership; and be a resource for managers on HR policy and day-to-day employee relations questions.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 4+ years as an HR generalist, with meaningful depth in benefits administration and employment compliance.
• Working knowledge of EEOC, FCRA, FLSA, and Louisiana employment law basics.
• Hands-on experience administering group benefit plans and working with carriers and vendors.
• Experience administering leave programs (FMLA, ADA) and unemployment claims.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and maintaining accurate personnel records.
• Strong written documentation skills. You'll write investigation summaries and benefits communications that may be read by counsel if a matter escalates.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience with self-insured health plans, including working with a TPA and stop-loss carrier.
• Experience in construction, the trades, or another blue-collar industry.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• A track record of building or strengthening workplace culture in an operations-heavy environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Primarily office-based, with occasional local travel for compliance matters, benefits enrollment events, or off-site meetings. Regular attendance is an essential function.
• Regularly sits and views a computer monitor for extended periods.
• Must maintain the confidentiality of sensitive employee information at all times.

PAY AND BENEFITS

• Salary based on experience
• Health insurance and ancillary benefit options
• Paid holidays and PTO
• 401(k) with company match

ABOUT A-1

At A-1 Electrical Contractors, Inc., we work together to get the job done right and safely. What started in 1973 as a residential electrical company has grown into a commercial contractor known for outstanding leadership, innovation, and expertise. We’re licensed in Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Florida, and Alabama as we expand across the Gulf Coast. Our crews, foremen, and office staff count on each other every day, and our customers count on all of us. We take pride in quality work, look out for one another on the jobsite, and make sure everyone goes home safe. We’re a team of hard workers who want to keep learning, and we’re committed to helping you build your skills and grow your career here.

A-1 Electrical Contractors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. A-1 Electrical Contractors, Inc. does not sponsor work visas; applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Requirements

ABOUT THE ROLE

A-1 Electrical Contractors, Inc. is hiring an HR Generalist to manage employment compliance, benefits administration, and workplace culture for our field and office teams. This role reports to the Chief Financial Officer. You'll be a hands-on partner to managers and a trusted resource for employees.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Compliance and Risk Management: Manage I-9, employment eligibility, and E-Verify documentation; own the company's compliance with EEOC, FCRA, FLSA, and Louisiana-specific requirements; administer FMLA, ADA, and other leave programs; manage unemployment claims; maintain the employee handbook and HR policies; and lead or support workplace investigations.
• Benefits Administration: Own day-to-day benefits administration, including enrollment, life-event changes, vendor coordination, and employee questions; be the go-to resource for employees on health, retirement, and ancillary benefits; and partner with the Payroll & Benefits Specialist on open enrollment, renewals, and carrier relationships.
• Workplace Culture: Own the 30/60/90-day onboarding review for every new hire; champion retention and morale initiatives; coordinate training and development, including required compliance training; support the performance review cycle; and conduct exit interviews and report on turnover trends.
• HR Operations and Records: Maintain personnel files and HRIS data; process paperwork for status changes, promotions, transfers, and separations; produce routine and ad hoc HR reports for leadership; and be a resource for managers on HR policy and day-to-day employee relations questions.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 4+ years as an HR generalist, with meaningful depth in benefits administration and employment compliance.
• Working knowledge of EEOC, FCRA, FLSA, and Louisiana employment law basics.
• Hands-on experience administering group benefit plans and working with carriers and vendors.
• Experience administering leave programs (FMLA, ADA) and unemployment claims.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and maintaining accurate personnel records.
• Strong written documentation skills. You'll write investigation summaries and benefits communications that may be read by counsel if a matter escalates.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience with self-insured health plans, including working with a TPA and stop-loss carrier.
• Experience in construction, the trades, or another blue-collar industry.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• A track record of building or strengthening workplace culture in an operations-heavy environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Primarily office-based, with occasional travel to satellite offices for compliance matters, benefits enrollment events, or meetings. Regular attendance is an essential function.
• Regularly sits and views a computer monitor for extended periods.
• Must maintain the confidentiality of sensitive employee information at all times.

PAY AND BENEFITS

• Salary based on experience
• Health insurance and ancillary benefit options
• Paid holidays and PTO
• 401(k) with company match

ABOUT A-1

At A-1 Electrical Contractors, Inc., we work together to get the job done right and safely. What started in 1973 as a residential electrical company has grown into a commercial contractor known for outstanding leadership, innovation, and expertise. We’re licensed in Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Florida, and Alabama as we expand across the Gulf Coast. Our crews, foremen, and office staff count on each other every day, and our customers count on all of us. We take pride in quality work, look out for one another on the jobsite, and make sure everyone goes home safe. We’re a team of hard workers who want to keep learning, and we’re committed to helping you build your skills and grow your career here.

A-1 Electrical Contractors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. A-1 Electrical Contractors, Inc. does not sponsor work visas; applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.