Onboarding Specialist

Palacios Marine & Industrial; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Palacios Marine & Industrial is seeking an entry-level HR onboarding assistant in Deer Park, TX. You will play a key role in processing new hires efficiently, accurately, and with a positive candidate experience.

This fast-paced role suits someone with strong people skills, attention to detail, and a desire to learn HR and recruiting. Onsite position with opportunities to grow in administrative and HR functions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational skills and high accuracy.
• Reliable and punctual with consistent attendance.
• Professional and approachable demeanor; customer-focused mindset.
• Must be within reasonable commuting distance of Deer Park, TX.

Responsibilities

• Greet candidates on arrival and answer questions.
• Support electronic onboarding and monitor completion of training modules.
• Coordinate pre-employment screenings and training requirements.
• Set up and maintain accurate employee files.
• Communicate onboarding status with hiring managers, payroll, and team members.
• Maintain requisition tracking spreadsheets.
• Enter new hires into the payroll system after onboarding.

Skills

Onboarding coordination

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office

Confidential information handling

Attention to detail

Punctual and reliable

Professional demeanor

Deer Park commuting

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS / HR information systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

About The Company

Founded in the early 2000s, we have established a strong reputation as a trusted provider of industrial and construction services across multiple markets in the U.S. We deliver turnkey solutions that include mechanical, civil, scaffolding, insulation, coatings, and related services, with a commitment to safety, respect, and integrity at every level. With a workforce of more than 2,000 employees nationwide, we are a financially strong, growing company that values long-term relationships with both our team members and our clients.

About The Role

Our hiring office is dedicated to welcoming and onboarding new members of the workforce. In this position, you will play a key role in ensuring new hires are processed efficiently, accurately, and with a positive candidate experience.

This is a great entry-level opportunity for someone with strong people skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn more about Human Resources and Recruiting. The role is well-suited for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can juggle multiple priorities, and enjoys rolling up their sleeves to get the job done.

Requirements

Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Greeting candidates as they arrive and aiding with questions.
• Supporting electronic onboarding and monitoring completion of computer-based training
• Coordinating pre-employment screenings and additional training requirements
• Setting up and maintaining accurate employee files
• Communicating with hiring managers, candidates, payroll, and team members regarding onboarding status
• Maintaining requisition tracking spreadsheets
• Accurately entering new hires into the payroll system once onboarding is complete

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Reliable and punctual, with consistent attendance
• Professional and approachable demeanor
• Must be within reasonable commuting distance of Deer Park, Texas

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Experience in an administrative role
• Experience using HR information systems

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Recruitment Agencies

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies in connection with this posting. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement in place will be considered the property of the company and no fees will be paid.

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