Human Resources Manager

Earth Work Solutions; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Group Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Earth Work Solutions in Gillette, Wyoming, seeks a Human Resources Manager to lead day-to-day HR for a heavy civil dirt work contractor with statewide projects. This hands-on role supports leadership, payroll, safety, and employees, focusing on recruiting, onboarding, compliance, and workforce development.

Duties include recruiting operators and laborers across Wyoming, managing onboarding (union and non-union), maintaining HRIS records and I-9s, and ensuring wage-and-hour compliance while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience; construction, heavy civil, or skilled-trades experience strongly preferred.
• Prior experience supporting union employees and/or administering union labor agreements preferred.
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruiting efforts for equipment operators and laborers across Wyoming locations.
• Oversee onboarding, including union and non-union employees, pre-employment screenings, and orientation.
• Maintain working knowledge of union labor agreements, wage rates, classifications, and dispatch requirements.
• Partner with payroll to ensure accurate and timely pay and comply with wage‑and‑hour requirements.
• Maintain accurate and compliant personnel files, I‑9s, employee records, and HRIS information.
• Support supervisors with employee relations, coaching, performance issues, and disciplinary actions.
• Educate employees and supervisors on company policies, procedures, workplace expectations, and HR processes.
• Support employee development, training, retention, and career growth initiatives.
• Partner with safety and operations on training, certifications, onboarding requirements, and workforce needs.
• Assist with benefits administration, leave processes, workers' compensation, unemployment, and other HR-related matters.

Skills

HR practices

Employee relations

FLSA compliance

Union labor knowledge

Recruiting & interviewing

Communication & organization

Confidentiality handling

HRIS & payroll software

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field

HR certification preferred

Job description

Who We Are

Earth Work Solutions (EWS) is a Wyoming-based heavy civil dirt work construction company headquartered in Gillette. Since 1970, we have been building Wyoming’s infrastructure and supporting projects throughout the state. We take pride in our experienced workforce, modern equipment, and commitment to quality, safety, and getting the job done right.

Job Summary

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day HR functions for Earth Work Solutions, a heavy civil dirt work construction company headquartered in Gillette, Wyoming, with projects throughout the state. This hands‑on position supports leadership, superintendents, payroll, safety, and employees while focusing on recruiting, employee relations, compliance, onboarding, and workforce development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead recruiting efforts for equipment operators and laborers, primarily supporting projects in Gillette, Douglas, Cheyenne, and other Wyoming locations.
• Manage employee onboarding, including union and non-union employees, pre‑employment drug screenings, required documentation, and orientation.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable union labor agreements, wage rates, classifications, dispatch requirements, and related requirements.
• Partner with payroll to ensure employees are paid accurately and timely and support compliance with FLSA and other wage‑and‑hour requirements.
• Maintain accurate and compliant personnel files, I‑9s, employee records, and HRIS information.
• Support superintendents and managers with employee relations, coaching, performance issues, disciplinary actions, and documentation.
• Educate employees and supervisors on company policies, procedures, workplace expectations, and HR processes.
• Support employee development, training, retention, and career‑growth initiatives.
• Partner with safety and operations on employee training, certifications, onboarding requirements, and workforce needs.
• Assist with benefits administration, leave processes, workers' compensation, unemployment, and other HR‑related matters.
• Maintain confidentiality and stay current on applicable employment laws, HR best practices, and construction workforce practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of HR practices, employee relations, and employment‑law compliance.
• Working knowledge of FLSA, wage‑and‑hour requirements, and payroll practices.
• Knowledge of union environments and ability to interpret and apply union labor agreements.
• Strong recruiting and interviewing skills, preferably with construction or skilled‑trade employees.
• Excellent communication, organization, problem‑solving, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Ability to work effectively with field employees, superintendents, leadership, union representatives, and office staff.
• Ability to handle confidential information and sensitive employee matters with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with HRIS, payroll systems, Microsoft Office, and similar software.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience; construction, heavy civil, or skilled-trades experience strongly preferred.
• Prior experience supporting union employees and/or administering union labor agreements preferred.
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred but not required.

Work Environment

• Primarily office setting, with occasional travel.
• Primary office location is Gillette, Wyoming, with regular interaction with employees and field leadership across the state.
• Occasional early morning, evening, or flexible scheduling may be required based on recruiting, onboarding, project, or employee‑relations needs.

Benefits

At Earth Work Solutions, we believe in rewarding hard work with industry-leading benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Group Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the company.

Earth Work Solutions is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.