HR Generalist

BUILD Renewables LLC•Mendota Heights, MN

21d•$65,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Generalist provides comprehensive support to the Human Resources department, primarily focusing on onboarding, benefits administration, compliance reporting, and coordination of Learning and Performance Management. The role also serves as a backup resource for recruiting and assists with HR initiatives and employee support programs. The position coordinates new-hire onboarding and serves as the main point of contact for new employees. It supports benefits administration, HR operations, employee relations, compliance, and recordkeeping while maintaining accurate HRIS and personnel records and handling confidential information professionally. The role is based in Mendota Heights, Minnesota, with a combination of in-office and remote work: three days in the office and two days remote. The general work environment is primarily indoors, though jobsite noise may occur. Physical activities may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, and bending, with occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds.

Requirements

Approximately 2–5 years of general Human Resources experience, with exposure to multiple HR functions, preferred.
Working knowledge of common HR practices, employee lifecycle processes, benefits administration, and employment documentation.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Accuracy and attention to detail when processing employee information and maintaining records.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and a service-oriented approach to employee support.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally and with sound judgment.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with HR, payroll, recruiting, managers, and employees.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
Experience supporting a multi-state, construction, field-based, or rapidly growing workforce.
Experience with ADP Workforce Now or another HRIS.

Responsibilities

Coordinate new-hire onboarding, including offer letters, background checks, I-9 verification, orientation schedules, and benefits enrollment.
Serve as the primary point of contact for new hires and support a smooth onboarding experience.
Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system.
Assist with annual benefits open enrollment, benefit plan audits, benefits communications, qualifying life events, and COBRA administration; respond to routine benefits questions.
Maintain personnel files and HRIS records and process transfers, promotions, compensation changes, supervisor changes, leaves, and separations.
Prepare routine HR letters, employment confirmations, notices, reports, and employee documentation.
Support HR audits, record retention, reporting needs, and maintenance of HR forms and templates.
Respond to employee questions about policies, procedures, benefits, time away, HR processes, and general employment matters.
Provide guidance on routine HR processes and escalate sensitive or complex employee relations matters to HR leadership.
Support managers with documentation and employee communication related to attendance, performance, conduct, and workplace expectations.
Assist with employee separations, including documentation, benefits information, process coordination, and return-of-property follow-up.
Help ensure HR records and practices comply with federal, state, and local employment requirements.
Support I-9, personnel file, benefits, and other routine HR audits; assist with policy communications, required notices, and record retention.
Protect confidential employee data and follow company standards for records handling.
Provide backup support for recruiting activities and contribute to HR initiatives and employee support programs.