Human Resources Specialist

Solar Maintenance Pros, Inc. dba Solar Negotiators; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Solar Maintenance Pros, Inc. dba Solar Negotiators in Fresno, CA is seeking a highly organized HR Specialist to support daily HR operations across the employee lifecycle, including payroll, onboarding, benefits, and compliance.

The role emphasizes California employment practices, confidentiality, and handling multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. Full-time on-site position with a focus on accurate HR administration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Human Resources, payroll, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of California employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Experience with payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee lifecycle management.
• Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems; Paycor experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines independently.
• HR certification preferred (PHR or SHRM-CP).

Responsibilities

• Payroll Administration: Manage payroll processing, timekeeping, compensation adjustments, commissions, payroll reporting, and related compliance requirements.
• Recruitment & Onboarding: Coordinate hiring activities, new-hire documentation, employee orientation, and onboarding processes.
• Benefits Administration: Support employee benefits enrollment, eligibility tracking, retirement plan administration, and benefits-related changes.
• Employee Relations: Serve as a resource for employee questions and concerns, assist with workplace investigations, and support performance management processes.
• HR Compliance: Maintain compliance with California and federal employment regulations, including wage and hour requirements, government reporting, and employee documentation.
• Workers' Compensation: Coordinate workplace injury reporting, claims administration, and return-to-work processes.
• Employee Offboarding: Manage employee separation procedures, final payroll coordination, benefits termination, and required documentation.
• HR Operations & Reporting: Maintain accurate employee records, support year-end reporting and audits, and assist with improving HR policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Professionalism

Education

PHR or SHRM-CP certification

Tools

Paycor

HRIS

Job description

Location: Fresno, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $24.00–$34.00 per hour

About the Position

Solar Maintenance Pros is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced Human Resources Specialist to support our daily HR operations and ensure efficient, accurate, and compliant HR processes.

This position plays an important role in supporting employees and management throughout the entire employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, and offboarding.

The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, and knowledgeable in California employment practices, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Administration: Manage payroll processing, timekeeping, compensation adjustments, commissions, payroll reporting, and related compliance requirements.

Recruitment & Onboarding: Coordinate hiring activities, new-hire documentation, employee orientation, and onboarding processes.

Benefits Administration: Support employee benefits enrollment, eligibility tracking, retirement plan administration, and benefits-related changes.

Employee Relations: Serve as a resource for employee questions and concerns, assist with workplace investigations, and support performance management processes.

HR Compliance: Maintain compliance with California and federal employment regulations, including wage and hour requirements, government reporting, and employee documentation.

Workers' Compensation: Coordinate workplace injury reporting, claims administration, and return-to-work processes.

Employee Offboarding: Manage employee separation procedures, final payroll coordination, benefits termination, and required documentation.

HR Operations & Reporting: Maintain accurate employee records, support year-end reporting and audits, and assist with improving HR policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of experience in Human Resources, payroll, or a related field.

Strong knowledge of California employment laws and HR compliance requirements.

Experience with payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee lifecycle management.

Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems; Paycor experience preferred.

Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines independently.

High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

HR certification (PHR or SHRM-CP) preferred.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who takes initiative, values accuracy, and enjoys being a trusted resource for both employees and leadership.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, managing sensitive information, and supporting a variety of HR functions in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Solar Maintenance Pros?

At Solar Maintenance Pros, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We value teamwork, accountability, and a positive workplace culture.

This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in supporting our employees, strengthening HR operations, and contributing to the continued success of our organization.

Solar Maintenance Pros is an Equal Opportunity Employer.